Banana Bread is a classic and comforting treat, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. It’s easy to make, moist, and packed with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Here’s a simple recipe for making delicious Banana Bread:
Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
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3 ripe bananas, mashed
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for extra flavor)
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1/2 cup buttermilk (or regular milk, if you don’t have buttermilk)
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
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Preheat the oven:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
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Prepare the bananas:
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Peel the bananas and mash them in a bowl until smooth, leaving some small chunks if you prefer a bit of texture in your bread.
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Mix the wet ingredients:
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In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until combined.
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Add the mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix well until everything is well incorporated.
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Combine the dry ingredients:
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
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Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
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Add the milk:
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Slowly add the buttermilk (or regular milk) to the batter, mixing until just incorporated.
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Optional add-ins:
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If desired, fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips to give the bread extra flavor and texture.
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Bake the banana bread:
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
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Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean (with just a few crumbs).
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If the top starts to get too brown, you can cover it loosely with aluminum foil during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
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Cool and serve:
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Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
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Tips:
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Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be.
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Storage: Store banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days, or in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.
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Add-ins: You can add other mix-ins like dried fruit, coconut, or seeds to customize the flavor.
Enjoy your warm, homemade Banana Bread—a timeless treat that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!