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Fluffy Banana Bread

Fluffy Banana Bread: Your New Go-To Comfort Food Delight

Fluffy Banana Bread is an irresistible comfort food that's simple to make and beautifully moist, perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 187
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas very ripe for best flavor
  • 1/3 cup Butter melted; can substitute coconut oil
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar or half maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt fine salt works best
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can use a 1:1 gluten-free blend
  • 1 large Egg at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract can substitute with almond extract
For Add-Ins (Optional)
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips for sweetness in every slice
  • 2/3 cup Chopped Walnuts for added crunch
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Butter for a twist before baking

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork or Potato Masher
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl using a fork or potato masher until lumpy.
  3. Stir in melted butter until smooth, then add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
  4. Sprinkle in baking soda and salt, and fold gently into the banana mixture.
  5. Carefully fold in all-purpose flour until just combined, keeping the mixture slightly lumpy.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Tap to release air bubbles.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
  8. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 187kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to ensure a fluffy texture. Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness and let the bread cool before slicing to maintain moisture.

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