Very Banana Bread

Discover the ultimate comfort with this "Very Banana Bread" recipe, a moist and flavorful treat that's bursting with the natural sweetness of four overripe bananas. Perfectly balanced with melted butter, brown and granulated sugars, and a hint of warm cinnamon, this classic quick bread is irresistibly soft yet sturdy enough for slicing. Optional add-ins like crunchy walnuts and melty chocolate chips make it customizable for every palate. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a golden hour in the oven, this homemade banana bread is ideal for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing bite, and enjoy leftovers for up to three days when stored properly. Whether you're a banana bread enthusiast or looking to rescue those overripe bananas, this recipe is sure to deliver.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk until fully incorporated.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, folding gently to combine. Do not overmix.

Step 7

If using, fold in the chopped walnuts and/or chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface 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

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1420.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4008.5

Total Fat 173.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 630.3mg	0%
Sodium 2641.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 586.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.7g	0%
Total Sugars 320.3g
Protein 57.6g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 312.8mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 3151.3mg	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: 37.8%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 56.7%