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World’s Best Banana Bread

World's Best Banana Bread

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Golden banana bread is a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with warm spices. This recipe for the World’s Best Banana Bread yields a moist and flavorful loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Its simple preparation makes it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy it warm, toasted, or topped with your favorite spreads. The aroma of freshly baked banana bread will fill your kitchen and entice your family and friends to gather around for a taste!

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 ripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir in the melted butter and mix well with granulated sugar until combined.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  6. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. If desired, fold in nuts evenly through the batter.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

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