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Moist Banana Bread

This Moist Banana Bread is easy to make and perfect for using up overripe bananas, resulting in a deliciously soft and sweet treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 piece egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mix the melted butter with the mashed bananas.
  3. Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
  4. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix in.
  5. Add the flour and mix until just incorporated.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  2. Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Allow to cool before slicing.

Notes

Slice warm and serve with butter or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze tightly wrapped for up to 3 months.