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Easy Banana Bread

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Easy banana bread fills your kitchen with a comforting aroma that invites everyone to indulge. This tender, moist loaf is perfect for breakfast, snack time, or sharing with friends and family. With its sweet banana flavor and optional hints of cinnamon or chocolate, this recipe is endlessly customizable. Whether enjoyed plain or topped with butter, each slice promises a delightful experience.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir in melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg