Description
1. Classic Banana Bread
Ingredients:
- 2-3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Ingredients
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 15 Minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
