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World's Best Banana Bread

World's Best Banana Bread for Cozy Mornings and Sweet Moments

Discover the World's Best Banana Bread recipe, perfect for cozy mornings and utilizing overripe bananas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium ripe bananas use very ripe, heavily speckled, or blackened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted; can use neutral oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can reduce by a third for less sweetness
  • 2 large eggs essential for rise
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be used
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda for leavening
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon infuses warmth
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg adds aromatic touch
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional for texture and flavor
Optional Variations
  • 1 cup chocolate chips for a sweet twist
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit like cranberries or coconut flakes
  • 1 cup extra nuts variety enhances flavor

Equipment

  • 9×5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan by greasing or lining it.
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  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
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  3. Mix in melted butter and granulated sugar until creamy.
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  4. Incorporate eggs one at a time and then add vanilla extract.
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  5. Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a separate bowl.
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  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined.
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  7. If desired, fold in nuts at this stage.
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  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and tap gently to release air bubbles.
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  9. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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  10. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing the batter.

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