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Easy Banana Bread

A quick and delicious banana bread recipe that requires only one bowl and a few simple ingredients. Perfect for family snacks or breakfast!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use extra ripe for best flavor.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 large egg, beaten For vegan option, use flaxseed meal substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  4. Mix in the baking soda and salt.
  5. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  6. Mix in the flour until just incorporated.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Enjoy warm, with honey or cream cheese. Can add sliced strawberries or chopped nuts. For storage, keeps well at room temperature for 3-4 days, or can be refrigerated or frozen.