Banana Bread Recipe

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

  1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  2. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
  3. Add the baking soda and salt. Mix until incorporated.
  4. Stir in the sugarbeaten egg, and vanilla extract. If using, add the ground cinnamon for added flavor.

Step 3: Combine with Dry Ingredients

  1. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  2. If desired, fold in the chopped nuts and/or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.

Step 4: Pour and Bake

  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.

Step 5: Cool and Enjoy

  1. Remove the banana bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  2. Carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.
  3. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your moist banana bread plain or with butter!

Tips for Perfect Banana Bread:

  • Ripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be. Look for bananas with brown spots.
  • Storage: Store banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Variations: Experiment with adding other mix-ins like dried fruits, coconut, or different spices to make it your own!

Enjoy your Moist Banana Bread as a delicious treat any time of the day!

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