Description
Indulge in the warmth and sweetness of this Simple Banana Bread Recipe, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Moist and soft, this delightful treat showcases the rich flavor of ripe bananas, making it an excellent way to use overripe fruit. With minimal effort required, you’ll have a homemade loaf that captivates everyone at the table. Customize with your favorite add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips for an extra burst of flavor. In just 40 minutes, enjoy a slice of comfort food that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2-4 very ripe bananas
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 1/2 cups flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until blended.
- Mash the ripe bananas and combine with the butter-sugar mixture.
- Stir in the egg and vanilla until smooth.
- Add baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour; mix until just combined.
- Pour into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 40 minutes.
- Cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg