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Perfect Banana Bread

ByOlivia Carter
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why make this recipe

Banana bread is a classic comfort food that is loved by many. It’s an easy and delicious way to use up ripe bananas that might otherwise go to waste. This recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. Plus, it fills your home with a warm, inviting aroma as it bakes.

how to make Perfect Banana Bread

Ingredients :

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

Directions :

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4×8 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  3. Mix in the baking soda and salt.
  4. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Mix in the flour until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

how to serve Perfect Banana Bread

You can serve banana bread warm or at room temperature. It’s great on its own, but you can also spread some butter or cream cheese on top for added flavor. For a special touch, serve it with a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

how to store Perfect Banana Bread

To store banana bread, let it cool completely first. You can wrap it in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and keep it at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, place it in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze banana bread by wrapping it tightly and storing it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Be sure to slice it before freezing for easy thawing.

tips to make Perfect Banana Bread

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness. The more brown spots, the better!
  • Don’t overmix the batter; mix just until the flour is incorporated to keep the bread light and fluffy.
  • Check the bread a few minutes before the recommended time to avoid overcooking it.

variation

You can add nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit to the batter for an extra special treat. If you like a hint of spice, consider adding cinnamon or nutmeg.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen bananas for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen bananas. Just thaw them completely and drain any excess liquid before mashing.

2. Can I make banana bread without eggs?
Yes, you can replace the egg with 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce or a flax egg made from 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tablespoons of water.

3. How can I make my banana bread healthier?
You can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, reduce the sugar, or add nuts and seeds for added nutrients.

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Perfect Banana Bread

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 80
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

A classic comfort food, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This banana bread uses ripe bananas to create a deliciously moist loaf.

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4×8 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.
  3. Mix in the baking soda and salt.
  4. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Mix in the flour until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness. Don’t overmix the batter to keep the bread light and fluffy.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 65
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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Hi, I’m Olivia Carter. I’m 41 years old, born in Nashville, Tennessee, and now living in Denver, Colorado, where the mountains are as much a part of my inspiration as the markets I shop from. My kitchen is my safe place it smells of herbs, wood smoke, and sometimes just-baked bread cooling on the counter.

I didn’t grow up with professional chefs around me just hardworking parents and a grandmother who believed that love always started with a pot on the stove. She taught me how to make biscuits without a recipe, how to know when cornbread is ready just by the sound it makes, and how to never waste a single vegetable from the garden. Those lessons stuck with me more than anything I ever read in a cookbook.

My path here wasn’t simple. I started as a server, sneaking glances into the kitchen whenever I could. Eventually, I found myself behind the line, sweating through long shifts, burning my fingers, and learning faster than I thought possible. Later, I studied culinary arts in New York, but I’ve always said the best training came from real kitchens, real mistakes, and real people who pushed me to keep going.

Today, my cooking is rooted in Southern tradition but shaped by everywhere I’ve traveled and everything I’ve tasted. I love the balance of smoky barbecue with bright citrus, the sweetness of honey paired with a kick of chili, and the way fresh herbs can lift even the simplest dish. Food, to me, is about contrast it should surprise you while still feeling like home.

I cook for people who want food that tells a story. I believe meals should connect us to memory, to family, to joy. It’s not about perfection or fancy plating it’s about sitting down, taking a bite, and feeling something.

If you’ve ever laughed around a messy kitchen table, licked barbecue sauce off your fingers, or found comfort in a bowl of soup on a hard day, then you already understand what my cooking is about. Welcome I can’t wait to share it with you.

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