Old-Fashioned Banana Bread
Old-Fashioned Banana Bread is a beloved classic that transforms overripe bananas into a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. With its rich aroma and comforting taste enhanced by hints of vanilla and cinnamon, this easy recipe is sure to evoke nostalgic memories. Bake a loaf to share with family and friends, or enjoy it warm with your favorite coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: About 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added texture, consider incorporating chopped walnuts or chocolate chips. - Spice lovers can experiment by adding cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.