Delicious and Easy Banana Bread or Muffins

Transform your overripe bananas into a delightful treat with this *Delicious and Easy Banana Bread or Muffins* recipe! Packed with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and just the right touch of vanilla, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between moist and fluffy. Whether baked as a classic loaf or versatile muffins, it comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time, making it ideal for busy mornings or a quick dessert. Add a personal twist with optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts for a nutty crunch or chocolate chips for a rich, sweet kick. Perfectly golden, irresistibly fragrant, and easy to make, it’s a must-have recipe for comforting homemade baking. Enjoy fresh or store for up to three days—if they last that long!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 unit large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup optional chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan (or line a muffin tin with paper liners if making muffins).

Step 2

Peel the bananas and mash them in a large mixing bowl using a fork until smooth.

Step 3

Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir until combined.

Step 4

Mix in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well blended.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Stir just until combined; do not overmix.

Step 7

If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan or divide it evenly among the muffin tin cups.

Step 9

For banana bread, bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. For muffins, bake for 18-22 minutes.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve the banana bread or enjoy the muffins immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(922.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2875.6

Total Fat 143.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 444.3mg	0%
Sodium 1934.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 377.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 196.6g
Protein 39.8g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 136.1mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 1812.0mg	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: 43.6%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 51.0%