Easy Banana Bread Recipe That Will Brighten Your Day
This easy banana bread recipe transforms overripe bananas into a moist, flavorful treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Equipment
- - Loaf pan
- Mixing bowls
- - Fork
- - Hand mixer
- Spatula
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter at room temperature
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour sifted
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 3-4 medium Bananas overripe
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Making the Banana Bread
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare your loaf pans by lining them with parchment paper or greasing with butter.
- Mash the bananas in a medium bowl using a fork until smooth and free of lumps. Set aside.
- Cream the butter and sugar together using a mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until well blended.
- Mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract gently until evenly distributed.
- Divide the batter between the prepared loaf pans and bake for about 35-40 minutes.
- Cool the banana bread in the pans for 5-10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Optional: Top with sliced bananas or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar for extra warmth. Mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips can be added for personalization.