Description
Old Fashioned Banana Bread is a timeless classic that evokes the warmth of home-baked goodness. This moist and flavorful loaf transforms overripe bananas into a delightful treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Its simplicity and rich taste make it an essential recipe for every kitchen. With just a few straightforward steps, you can create this comforting banana bread that will soon become your go-to favorite. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with toppings like nuts or chocolate chips, each slice is guaranteed to bring joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium extra ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup canola oil
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9X5 loaf pan with nonstick spray and parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth, then mix in the sugar until well combined.
- Stir in the eggs, vanilla extract, and canola oil until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool completely in the pan before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg