Banana Bread
A simple and delicious banana bread recipe that's perfect for using up overripe bananas, yielding a moist and delightful treat.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas The riper, the better.
- 1 cup sugar Use white or brown sugar.
- 1/2 cup butter, melted Can use any cooking oil as a substitute.
- 2 eggs Add one egg at a time.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Don't skip this ingredient.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat or oat flour.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl.
- Stir in sugar and melted butter until combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until just smooth.
- Sprinkle in baking soda and salt, then add flour gently. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, butter the pan or use parchment paper. You can freeze banana bread by wrapping it tightly once cooled.