Easy Banana Bread
This easy banana bread recipe is simple, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 8 servings)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter.
- Add the baking soda and salt, then mix in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Fold in the flour until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
For best results, use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.