Banana Bread Recipe
I make this banana bread recipe whenever my bananas are overripe. It is soft, moist, and naturally sweet. I love how easy it is because I don’t need any special equipment. This homemade banana bread is perfect for breakfast, tea time, or a light dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 2⅓ cups mashed overripe bananas
Optional
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped nuts walnuts or almonds
Instructions
- I preheat my oven to 175°C (350°F).
- I grease a loaf pan with butter.
- In a bowl, I mix flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, I cream butter and brown sugar.
- I add eggs and mashed bananas and mix well.
- I slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- I pour the batter into the pan and smooth the top.
- I bake for 50–60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- I let it cool before slicing and serving.