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Old Fashioned Banana Bread

Moist and Flavorful Old Fashioned Banana Bread Recipe

This Old Fashioned Banana Bread is moist, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bread
  • 3 medium ripe bananas extra ripe, brown or black-streaked
  • 1 cup white granulated sugar or brown sugar for richer flavor
  • 1/3 cup canola oil or melted butter for richer taste
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract for twist
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour sifted for lighter texture
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure fresh for proper rising
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup semisweet mini chocolate chips for sweetness
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries for fruity twist

Equipment

  • 9x5 loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9X5 loaf pan with nonstick spray, and line the bottom and two sides with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash 3 extra ripe bananas until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add white granulated sugar (or brown sugar), 2 large eggs, 1/3 cup of canola oil, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly for about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Sift in 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Stir gently until no flour streaks remain.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before lifting out using parchment paper and transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use extra ripe bananas for best flavor. Sift flour to avoid dryness. Stir just enough to combine wet and dry ingredients.

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