Little Al's Banana Bread

Moist, flavorful, and irresistibly comforting, Little Al's Banana Bread is the ultimate homemade treat that’s perfect for any time of day. Made with three large ripe bananas for natural sweetness and a touch of cinnamon for a warm, spiced aroma, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and indulgence. With optional mix-ins like crunchy walnuts or gooey chocolate chips, you can easily customize it to suit your cravings. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe bakes to golden perfection in an hour, filling your kitchen with the irresistible scent of fresh banana bread. Whether enjoyed warm with a pat of butter or served as a delightful snack, this classic loaf is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anything in between, this easy banana bread recipe is a must-try for lovers of classic comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork or potato masher until smooth.

Step 3

Add the melted butter to the bananas and mix until combined.

Step 4

Stir in the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

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, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 7

If using chopped walnuts or chocolate chips, fold them into the batter with a rubber spatula.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Step 11

Transfer the banana bread to a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1194.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3777.6

Total Fat 189.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 621.1mg	0%
Sodium 2617.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 495.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.6g	0%
Total Sugars 255.3g
Protein 62.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 271.4mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 2461.2mg	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: 43.3%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 50.4%