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Moist and Delicious Banana Bread Recipe

Moist and Delicious Banana Bread Recipe
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This Moist and Delicious Banana Bread Recipe is a simple and classic treat that combines ripe bananas with a hint of vanilla, a touch of sugar, and a buttery texture. Perfect for breakfast or a comforting snack, the bread is tender, flavorful, and can be enhanced with optional walnuts or chocolate chips for extra crunch and sweetness.

Ingredients

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Banana Bread Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4×8 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Bananas and Butter: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth, then stir in the melted butter to combine thoroughly.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Mix in the baking soda and a pinch of salt into the banana mixture. Then add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, mixing well to incorporate all ingredients.
  4. Incorporate Flour: Stir in the all-purpose flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix. If desired, fold in the optional chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.
  5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps set the texture.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • Adjust sugar according to your preference or substitute with honey or maple syrup for a natural sweetener.
  • To keep the bread moist, avoid overbaking; start checking with a toothpick at 60 minutes.
  • The optional walnuts or chocolate chips add texture; feel free to omit for a simpler bread or add other nuts/seeds.
  • Store leftover bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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