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One Bowl Banana Bread

One Bowl Banana Bread That's Silky, Sweet, and So Simple

This One Bowl Banana Bread is a delightful moist loaf made with ripe bananas, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed Using heavily speckled or brown bananas maximizes flavor.
  • 1/2 cup melted butter Swap coconut oil for a lighter touch.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Consider reducing the amount for a less sugary loaf.
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature Room-temperature eggs help in better incorporation.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Almond extract can be a delightful substitute for nuttiness.
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour For more texture, replace half with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Make sure it’s fresh for optimal results.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and enhances overall flavors.
Optional Add-ins
  • ½ cup chocolate chips Adds indulgence and sweetness to the mix.
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts Introduces crunch and a lovely nutty flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth with just a few small lumps remaining.
  3. Stir in the melted butter until fully combined, then add granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing gently.
  4. Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl; gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients.
  5. Add any optional ingredients such as chocolate chips or walnuts, and fold gently to distribute.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for best results. Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense loaf.

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