Flavour Quest Recipes

Classic Banana Bread Recipe

Classic banana bread is a moist, tender loaf made with ripe bananas and simple pantry ingredients. Easy to make and full of comforting flavor, it’s perfect for breakfast, snacking, or using up overripe bananas.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 55

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 8

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

3 Bananas ripe & mashed
1/3 cup Butter, unsalted melted
3/4 cup Granulated sugar
1 Egg large, beaten
1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
1 tsp Baking soda
1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
(Optional Add-Ins)
1/2 cup Walnuts or pecans
1/2 cup Chocolate chips
1 tsp Ground cinnamon for extra warmth

Method

Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Mash the Bananas
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
Add Wet Ingredients
Stir in the melted butter, sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Add Dry Ingredients
Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture, then gently stir in the flour until no streaks remain. Do not overmix — the batter should be slightly lumpy.
Add Optional Mix-ins
Fold in nuts, chocolate chips, or cinnamon if desired.
Pour and Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

🔄 Variations

Add chocolate chips or chopped walnuts for texture.

Use brown sugar instead of white for deeper flavor.

Make it dairy-free by swapping butter for oil.

Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for warmth.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Serve banana bread plain, lightly toasted with butter, or with honey or peanut butter.

It pairs well with coffee, tea, or milk.

❄️ Storage

Store banana bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Freeze sliced or whole loaves for up to 3 months.

Thaw at room temperature before serving.

💡 Tips

Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor.
Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the bread tender.
Let the loaf cool completely before slicing for clean cuts.

❓ FAQs

Q: Can I make banana bread ahead of time?
A: Yes. Banana bread stays moist and flavorful for several days when stored properly.

Q: Why is my banana bread dense?
A: Overmixing or using underripe bananas can cause a dense texture.

Q: Can I freeze banana bread?
A: Absolutely. Freeze well-wrapped slices or whole loaves for easy future enjoyment.

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