Description
Indulge in the delightful comfort of homemade banana bread, made with overripe bananas that would otherwise go to waste. This simple recipe transforms those browning beauties into a soft, moist loaf, infused with rich vanilla flavor and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet afternoon treat, this banana bread is not only delicious but also an eco-friendly choice. Enjoy it fresh from the oven or toasted with butter—either way, it’s sure to please everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium overripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth but slightly chunky.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla extract; then combine with the mashed bananas.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt until blended.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined—do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg