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The World’s Best Banana Bread Recipe

The World’s Best Banana Bread Recipe
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4.8 from 22 reviews

This classic banana bread recipe yields a moist, flavorful loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Made with ripe bananas, melted butter, and a hint of vanilla, it’s easy to prepare and wonderfully comforting.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is ready for baking the banana bread evenly.
  2. Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until they are smooth and free of large chunks, creating a naturally sweet base for the bread.
  3. Combine Butter and Bananas: Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas to add moisture and richness to the batter.
  4. Add Baking Soda and Salt: Mix in the baking soda and a pinch of salt to help the bread rise and balance the sweetness.
  5. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract into the banana mixture, stirring well until the ingredients are fully combined for a smooth batter.
  6. Incorporate Flour: Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour until just incorporated to avoid overmixing, which helps maintain a tender crumb.
  7. Prepare Baking Pan: Pour the batter into a buttered loaf pan, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully cooked.
  9. Cool and Serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely before slicing to maintain its structure.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Do not overmix the batter once you add the flour to keep the bread moist and tender.
  • Feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and taste.
  • Store banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Banana bread can be frozen for up to 3 months; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil before freezing.

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