Intro
Banana bread is a classic comfort food that’s moist, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. It’s the perfect way to use up overripe bananas, and with a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious homemade loaf. Whether you enjoy it plain, with nuts, or even with chocolate chips, this banana bread recipe is a must-have in your collection.

Ingredients
To make this perfect banana bread, you’ll need:

• Ripe bananas (mashed)
• All-purpose flour
• Baking soda
• Unsalted butter (melted)
• Brown sugar
• Granulated sugar
• Eggs
• Vanilla extract
• Ground cinnamon
• Salt
• Optional: chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Using ripe bananas gives the bread its natural sweetness and moist texture. Be sure to mash them well for a smooth, even consistency.

Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. In a separate large bowl, mix the melted butter and sugars until smooth. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract, then stir in the mashed bananas until well combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. If using nuts or chocolate chips, fold them in gently.

Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips
For extra moisture, add a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or sour cream to the batter.

Avoid overmixing the batter once you add the dry ingredients. Overmixing can lead to a dense, tough loaf.

Store the banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. You can also freeze it for up to three months—just slice and wrap individual pieces for easy grab-and-go treats.

Whether you enjoy it warm with butter or as a quick breakfast, this banana bread is sure to be a household favorite!

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