Classic Banana Bread

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Classic banana bread is a moist, sweet, and tender quick bread made primarily with overripe bananas. It’s beloved for its rich banana flavor, simple ingredients, and comforting, homey quality. Often served as a breakfast treat, snack, or even dessert, it's a great way to use up bananas that are past their prime.

Key Ingredients:

  • Ripe bananas (the riper, the better — black spots are ideal for sweetness and moisture)

  • All-purpose flour

  • Baking soda

  • Salt

  • Butter (unsalted, usually softened or melted)

  • Sugar (granulated or brown sugar)

  • Eggs

  • Vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins:

  • Chopped walnuts or pecans

  • Chocolate chips

  • Cinnamon or nutmeg

  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (for extra moisture)

Basic Preparation Method:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.

  2. Mash ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth.

  3. Mix wet ingredients — mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla.

  4. Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl — flour, baking soda, salt.

  5. Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined. Don’t overmix.

  6. Pour batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.

  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

  8. Cool before slicing and serving.

Texture and Flavor:

  • Texture: Moist, soft, and slightly dense with a tender crumb.

  • Flavor: Sweet and rich banana taste, sometimes enhanced by spices or nuts.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Warm with butter or cream cheese.

  • As a side with coffee or tea.

  • Toasted slices for breakfast.

  • With a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert.

Storage:

  • Keeps at room temperature for 2–3 days.

  • Refrigerate for up to a week.

  • Can be frozen for up to 3 months (wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil).

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