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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.

Author: Sunday Table1

Meal Type: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Servings: 8 slices

Calories: N/A per serving

Ingredients

  • 3 - ripe bananas
  • ⅓ cup - butter
  • ¾ cup - granulated sugar
  • 1 - egg
  • 1 teaspoon - vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon - baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon - salt
  • 1 ½ cup - all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
  4. Stir in the melted butter, sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir to combine.
  6. Add the flour and gently fold until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers wrapped in plastic wrap.

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