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Old Fashioned Banana Bread

Moist Old Fashioned Banana Bread That Melts In Your Mouth

This Old Fashioned Banana Bread recipe transforms extra ripe bananas into a luscious loaf that's easy to prepare and sure to satisfy sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups extra ripe bananas, mashed Use bananas with brown or black streaks for optimal moisture and sweetness.
  • 1 cup white granulated sugar Adds the perfect sweetness and helps achieve that lovely golden crust.
  • 1/3 cup canola oil Keeps the bread moist and tender.
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature Binds the ingredients together and provides structure.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the banana flavor.
  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Acts as a leavening agent for a perfect rise.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Balances the sweetness.

Equipment

  • 9×5 loaf pan
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Fork
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9x5 loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, peel and mash the extra ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Add white sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and canola oil to the mashed bananas and mix until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gently fold this dry mixture into the banana mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Remove from the oven, let cool for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For added richness, consider swapping canola oil with melted butter. Feel free to add mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.

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