Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan and set aside. Mash bananas thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture, folding gently.
- Optional: fold in chocolate chips or nuts for added flavor.
- Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 60-70 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic to keep moist.
- Can be refrigerated for up to 1 week or frozen for longer storage.
- Add nuts or dried fruit for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/10th of loaf)
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg