Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Can be frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg