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Classic Brown Banana Bread

Transform your overripe brown bananas into a moist and flavorful Classic Banana Bread. This easy recipe is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, using simple ingredients you likely have on hand.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 large brown bananas mashed
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir in the melted butter, granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Optional: Add 0.5 cup of chopped walnuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra flavor and texture. Store banana bread at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.