Classic Banana Bread
A simple and delicious recipe for classic banana bread, perfect for using overripe bananas.
Equipment
- 9x5-inch loaf pan Greased before use.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.25 cup butter
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1.33 cups mashed overripe bananas
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another large bowl, beat the brown sugar and butter with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the eggs and mashed bananas, blending well.
- Combine the banana mixture with the flour mixture until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter before baking.