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Classic Banana Bread
A moist and tender banana bread with a golden crust. This simple recipe uses overripe bananas for maximum flavor and requires just one bowl.
Ingredients
Instructions
Prepare the Pan
- Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 2
Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
Make the Batter
- Step 3
In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Step 4
Stir in the melted butter, sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Step 5
Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir to combine.
- Step 6
Add the flour and gently fold until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
Bake and Cool
- Step 8
Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 9
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 10
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers wrapped in plastic wrap.
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