The World’s Best Banana Bread Recipe
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of The World’s Best Banana Bread Recipe, an irresistible treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This ultra-moist and flavorful banana bread is made with ripe bananas and melted butter, creating a tender loaf that everyone will adore. With just a few common ingredients, you can whip up this delightful treat in no time. Customize it with your favorite nuts or enjoy it plain; either way, it’s a recipe destined to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 to 4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in melted butter until well combined.
- Add sugar and mix until smooth; then incorporate eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the banana mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
- Fold in nuts if desired.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and evenly spread it out.
- Bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg