Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade banana bread, a delightful treat that transforms overripe bananas into a moist, comforting loaf. Infused with subtle hints of cinnamon and customizable with nuts or chocolate chips, this recipe is perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Experience the joy of sharing each slice with family and friends—or savor it all by yourself!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (medium-sized)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- ½ cup walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but slightly chunky.
- In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, eggs, and sugar until combined.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, and optional cinnamon until just mixed.
- If desired, fold in walnuts or chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg