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Best Easy Banana Bread Recipe

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This Best Easy Banana Bread Recipe yields a moist, tender loaf bursting with ripe banana flavor, enhanced by a touch of cinnamon and the crunch of walnuts or richness of chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, this classic banana bread is quick to prepare and uses simple pantry ingredients. The loaf bakes to a golden-brown perfection, making it an ideal treat to enjoy with coffee or tea.

Ingredients

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Banana Bread Batter

  • 3–4 ripe bananas (about 2 cups mashed)
  • 1/3 cup salted butter (melted)
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (212g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350℉ (177℃). Lightly grease and flour an 8.5×4.5-inch loaf pan or spray it with baking spray to ensure the banana bread doesn’t stick after baking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas with the melted butter. Then add the granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir well using a large wooden spoon until fully incorporated, creating a smooth batter base.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt evenly over the banana mixture. Gently stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly without overmixing.
  4. Incorporate Flour and Add-ins: Add the flour and your choice of chopped walnuts or chocolate chips to the batter. Stir just until the flour disappears and the mix is uniform—avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  5. Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. This ensures the bread is fully cooked through.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it onto a wire rack to cool completely. Slice into 10 thick slices and serve as a delicious snack or breakfast treat.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • You can substitute the walnuts with chocolate chips or leave them out entirely for a nut-free version.
  • Check doneness early at 50 minutes to avoid overbaking; oven temperatures may vary.
  • Store banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For added moisture, consider spreading butter or cream cheese on warm slices.

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