Description
Old Fashioned Banana Bread is a nostalgic delight that fills your kitchen with the comforting aroma of baked goodness. This moist and flavorful treat is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, making it a versatile favorite in any household. Utilizing overripe bananas not only minimizes waste but also enhances the natural sweetness of the bread. With a rich texture and simple ingredients, this classic recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. Bake a loaf today, and experience how easy it is to create this beloved comfort food!
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). Prepare a 9×5 loaf pan by spraying it with nonstick spray and lining the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas using a fork until smooth. Add sugar and mix well.
- Stir in eggs, vanilla extract, and canola oil until combined.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the banana mixture, stirring just until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool completely in the pan before removing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg