Banana Bread
Course: Dessert, SnacksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy4-6
servings10
minutes1
hour1
hour10
minutesComforting, fluffy, delicious banana bread, made from a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients
4 over ripe bananas
1 cup granulated sugar or tightly packed brown sugar
8 tbsp butter, melted
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
2 eggs
2 cups AP flour
1/4 tsp of salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 F and line your loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Begin by mashing up your bananas with a fork. (If your bananas are not ripe enough yet, you can place them in the oven at 285 F for about 7 minutes, or until they are brown.)
- Add the vanilla extract, melted butter, sugar and eggs into your mashed bananas and stir. In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking soda, & a pinch of salt.
- Add the dry ingredients into the wet and mix until just combined. You want to avoid over mixing here, or else it will cause the bread to become dense.
- Pour the dough into your loaf pan and cook for one hour.
- After one hour, remove from the oven and slice up your banana bread. Enjoy!
Notes
- The loaf pan I used was 9.25 x 5.25 x 2.75 in.
- You can also add a tsp of ground cinnamon if you would like! Combine with dry ingredients at step 3
Banana Bread
Homemade banana bread is a classic comfort food that brings warmth and nostalgia with every bite. It’s a versatile treat that can be enjoyed as a breakfast, a delightful snack, or even dessert. Traditionally, banana bread is made with basic pantry ingredients such as flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and, of course, ripe bananas, which add natural sweetness and moisture to the bread.
One of the joys of baking banana bread at home is the flexibility to customize the recipe to suit individual tastes and dietary needs. For a healthier twist, you can substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour, use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar, and add ingredients like flaxseed or chia seeds for an extra nutritional boost. If you’re feeling adventurous, consider adding chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit to elevate the flavor and texture. For those with dietary restrictions, there are plenty of vegan and gluten-free recipes available that maintain the delicious essence of traditional banana bread.
Making homemade banana bread is not only about the end result, but also about the process. It’s an opportunity to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of daily life and engage in a therapeutic activity. The act of mashing bananas, mixing ingredients, and watching the batter rise in the oven can be incredibly rewarding. Not to mention the delicious smell your home will be filled with!
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