Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Easy Moist Banana Bread, a recipe that transforms overripe bananas into a soft, flavorful loaf perfect for breakfast or snacks. This homemade treat is easy to prepare, making it a favorite for both novice and experienced bakers. With the natural sweetness from ripe bananas and a hint of vanilla, each slice is a comforting bite that’s great on its own or paired with your favorite toppings. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or as a thoughtful gift, this banana bread recipe promises to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
- Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract; mix until evenly blended.
- Sprinkle in baking soda and salt; stir gently to combine.
- Fold in the flour until just incorporated—do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Let cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg