Description
A foolproof guide to creating a rich, tender, and incredibly moist banana bread using overripe fruit and simple pantry staples.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3-4 very overripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5 loaf pan.
- Mash bananas in a large bowl and stir in melted butter.
- Mix in sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Stir in baking soda and salt.
- Gently fold in flour until just combined.
- Pour into pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then move to a wire rack.
Notes
High in potassium from bananas, uses natural sugars, and provides a comforting, energy-dense breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 230 kcal per slice