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Easy Moist Banana Bread

A simple and delicious banana bread that is moist, soft, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or desserts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas (mashed) Use bananas with brown spots for sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Can substitute with neutral oil.
  • 3/4 cup sugar Optionally reduce by 1/4 cup.
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with half whole wheat for a tender texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
  4. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
  5. Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is evenly blended.
  6. Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir gently.
  7. Add the flour and stir just until the flour disappears—do not overmix.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  2. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  4. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Serve with butter, cream cheese, honey, or jam. Pairs well with coffee, tea, or milk. Can be stored at room temperature for up to three days or frozen for up to three months.