Chelle's Banana Bread

Indulge in a slice of comfort with Chelle's Banana Bread, a deliciously moist treat that's perfect for any occasion. This classic recipe puts three ripe bananas to good use, blending their natural sweetness with a hint of cinnamon for warmth and depth. A mix of granulated and brown sugars creates a perfectly balanced sweetness, while optional add-ins like chopped walnuts or chocolate chips allow you to customize the loaf to your liking. With just 15 minutes of prep, this easy-to-make banana bread bakes to golden perfection in under an hour, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Ideal as a breakfast staple, midday snack, or dessert, this crowd-pleaser can be served warm or at room temperature. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, Chelle's Banana Bread is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until completely smooth and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium-sized bowl, cream the unsalted butter and both sugars (granulated and brown) together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well between each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Fold the mashed bananas into the batter using a spatula until evenly incorporated. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for added texture.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1239.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3551.9

Total Fat 143.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 503.3mg	0%
Sodium 2628.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 536.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.6g	0%
Total Sugars 293.5g
Protein 63.8g	0%

Vitamin D 106.8IU	0%
Calcium 333.8mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 2535.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.0%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 58.1%