Best Banana Bread Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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3-4 ripe bananas, mashed
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1/3 cup butter, melted
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg, beaten
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
→ Optional Add-ins
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1 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour an 8.5×4.5-inch loaf pan or spray with baking spray.
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In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas with the melted butter, then add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir well with a large wooden spoon.
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Sprinkle the baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt over the banana mixture. Stir until well combined.
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Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and optional chopped walnuts or chocolate chips. Mix until no streaks of flour remain.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean.
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Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice into 10 thick slices and serve.
# Notes:
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If using a different loaf pan size, baking time may vary. Adjust accordingly.
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This recipe can be adapted to make muffins by dividing the batter into a muffin tin and baking for 20-24 minutes.