Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
Optional add-ins:
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
- Add the granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture, and mix until smooth.
- Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the banana mixture, and stir to combine.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts or chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice the banana bread and serve. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature!
- This easy banana bread is moist, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or as a snack any time of day. Feel free to customize it with your favorite add-ins for extra flavor and texture. Enjoy!