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Banana Banana Bread Recipe

This Banana Banana Bread Recipe offers a delicious twist on the classic banana bread, with an extra dose of banana goodness. Perfect for using up overripe bananas, this bread is incredibly moist and full of sweet, rich banana flavor. Whether you're looking for a sweet breakfast or a tasty snack, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ripe bananas the riper, the better!
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar can substitute with brown sugar for extra moisture
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl
  • 1 Medium mixing bowl
  • 1 Loaf pan (8x4 or 9x5)
  • Whisk
  • Fork or potato masher (for mashing bananas)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line your loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the bananas: In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until they are smooth but still slightly chunky. If you like your banana bread with a bit more texture, leave a few larger banana chunks.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Mix everything together: Add the mashed bananas to the wet ingredients and stir well. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this can result in a dense loaf.
  6. Bake the bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and serve: Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Banana ripeness: Overripe bananas work best for banana bread. The more brown spots on the banana peel, the sweeter and more flavorful the bread will be.
  • Optional add-ins: Feel free to customize your banana banana bread with add-ins like chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, or a pinch of cinnamon for added flavor.
  • Storage: Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months. Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil before freezing.
  • Alternative sweeteners: If you'd like a healthier version, try substituting honey or maple syrup for sugar.
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