Classic Banana Bread
This moist and flavorful banana bread is the perfect way to use overripe bananas. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser!
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients
- 2-3 overripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4x8-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in melted butter.
- Mix in baking soda and salt. Stir in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Add the flour and mix until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.