Deliciously Simple Banana Bread

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this **Deliciously Simple Banana Bread** recipe! Packed with the natural sweetness of three ripe bananas, this moist and flavorful loaf comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making it perfect for both novice and seasoned bakers. A blend of granulated and brown sugar adds depth to its sweetness, while a hint of optional cinnamon elevates the warm, nostalgic aroma. This one-bowl wonder requires basic pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and eggs, ensuring it's as convenient as it is irresistible. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or enjoyed as-is, this banana bread is the perfect way to use overripe bananas and create a feel-good treat the whole family will love. Ideal for breakfast, a mid-day snack, or even dessert, this classic loaf is sure to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 113 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Peel and mash the ripe bananas in a medium bowl until smooth; set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, melt the unsalted butter, then whisk in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until combined and creamy.

Step 4

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, whisking well until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Stir in the mashed bananas until evenly mixed.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon (if using).

Step 7

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula, mixing just until no dry streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(934.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2445.3

Total Fat 109.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 622.2mg	0%
Sodium 2619.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 335.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 99.8g
Protein 43.7g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 190.1mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 1970.4mg	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: 39.5%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 53.5%