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banana bread

Banana Bread: 7 Secrets to Bake the Perfect Loaf


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A moist and flavorful banana bread recipe.


Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork.
  3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  4. Add baking soda and salt to the mixture.
  5. Mix in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
  6. Stir in the flour until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let it cool before slicing.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for better flavor.
  • Store in an airtight container.
  • Add nuts or chocolate chips for variation.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 196
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: banana bread