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Description:

This recipe is perfect for those who have overripe bananas that they don't know what to do with. This banana loaf is moist, sweet, and has a perfect banana flavor that everyone will love. It's easy to make and perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert.

Prep Time:

The prep time for this recipe is about 10-15 minutes.

Cook Time:

The cook time for this recipe is about 1 hour.

Ingredients:

  • 4 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Equipment:

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Loaf pan

Method:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a whisk or electric mixer until they are smooth.
  3. Add the melted butter and sugar to the mixing bowl and whisk until combined.
  4. Add the beaten eggs and vanilla extract to the mixing bowl and whisk until combined.
  5. Add the baking soda and salt to the mixing bowl and whisk until combined.
  6. Add the flour to the mixing bowl and whisk until combined. Do not overmix the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean.
  9. Remove the banana loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  10. Remove the banana loaf from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

Notes:

  • This recipe can be easily doubled to make two loaves.
  • You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for an extra crunch.

Nutrition Info:

  • Serving size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 200
  • Total fat: 8g
  • Saturated fat: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Total carbohydrates: 31g
  • Dietary fiber: 1g
  • Total sugars: 18g
  • Protein: 3g

Recipes FAQ:

Can I use frozen bananas?

Yes, you can use frozen bananas. Just thaw them before mashing.

Can I use salted butter?

Yes, you can use salted butter, but omit the 1/4 teaspoon of salt in the recipe.

Can I use whole wheat flour?

Yes, you can use whole wheat flour, but the banana loaf will be denser and have a stronger wheat flavor.

Recipe Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough and dense banana loaf.
  • Let the banana loaf cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling.

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