Classic Banana Bread

★ 4.1 · Easy

Moist, tender, and deeply banana-flavored, this simple one-bowl quick bread is the perfect way to use up overripe bananas.

10 minPrep Time

60 minCook Time

70 minTotal Time

one 9x5-inch loafYield

Why You'll Love This

One-bowl, no mixer needed
Great way to use up overripe bananas
Moist texture that keeps well for days

Ingredients

3very ripe bananas, mashed
1/3 cupunsalted butter, melted
3/4 cupgranulated sugar
1large egg, beaten
1 teaspoonvanilla extract
1 teaspoonbaking soda
pinchsalt
1 1/2 cupsall-purpose flour
1/2 cupchopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Nutrition (estimated per serving)

220Calories

3gProtein

7gFat

37gCarbs

1gFiber

140mgSodium

Nutrition information is an estimate calculated from the ingredients listed and will vary based on the specific products used. It is not a substitute for advice from a nutrition professional.

Method

Preheat the oven to 350 F and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

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