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Banana Bread

A quick and easy banana bread recipe that requires only one mixing bowl, perfect for beginners and families alike!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Look for ripe bananas with plenty of spots for maximum sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Make sure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar You can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 large egg, beaten For vegan version, substitute with flaxseed meal or unsweetened applesauce.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  4. Mix in the baking soda and a pinch of salt.
  5. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  6. Finally, mix in the flour.
  7. Pour the batter into a buttered 4x8 inch loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let it cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For serving, slice warm and enjoy with butter or cream cheese. Store leftovers tightly wrapped in plastic for up to a week in the fridge or up to three months in the freezer. Avoid the toaster to prevent burning.