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Best Banana Bread

Best Banana Bread
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Discover the secret to the Best Banana Bread with this easy, foolproof recipe that guarantees moist, tender, and flavorful results every time. Using ripe bananas and simple pantry staples, this recipe creates a delicious loaf perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Customizable with nuts, chocolate, or spices, it’s a versatile treat that reduces food waste and fills your home with the warm aroma of baked goodness.

Ingredients

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Basic Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 ripe bananas, mashed (the riper the better, with brown spots)
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1 cup sugar (white or brown sugar as preferred)
  • 2 large eggs (or 2 tbsp flaxseed meal mixed with 6 tbsp water for vegan substitute)
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted butter (use coconut oil or vegan butter for vegan version)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-Ins and Variations

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch
  • ½ cup chocolate chips or a swirl of Nutella
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger for warm spices

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth with just a few lumps remaining.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: Add sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk until all ingredients are well combined and smooth, creating a flavorful base.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution and avoid clumps in the batter.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender and light. At this stage, fold in any optional add-ins such as nuts or chocolate chips.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, starting to check doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center around 50 minutes. When the toothpick comes out clean, the bread is ready.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This resting time helps the loaf set perfectly before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to prevent dense and tough bread.
  • Check doneness early to avoid overbaking by inserting a toothpick about 5 minutes before the timer ends.
  • Add nuts or chocolate chips gently after combining wet and dry ingredients to keep them intact.
  • Use room temperature eggs and oil for a smoother batter and even baking.

Nutrition

Keywords: banana bread, moist banana bread, easy banana bread, gluten-free banana bread, vegan banana bread, breakfast bread, quick bread

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