Rich Banana Bread

August 4, 2024 by admin

1. Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the melted butter with the mashed bananas. Stir in the sugar, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract.
3. Add dry ingredients: Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the banana mixture, stirring just until incorporated. Be careful not to overmix. If desired, fold in the chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit.
4. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
5. Cool and serve: Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Enjoy your rich banana bread with a spread of butter, a drizzle of honey, or simply on its own!