Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Old Fashioned Banana Bread, a delightful treat that transforms overripe bananas into a moist and flavorful loaf. This easy recipe is perfect for any occasion—whether you enjoy it for breakfast, as a snack, or dessert. With its simple ingredients and delightful aroma, this banana bread is sure to become a family favorite. You can also customize it with nuts or chocolate chips for an extra twist. In just about 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a delicious loaf ready to bake, filling your kitchen with an irresistible scent that will have everyone asking for a slice.
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 the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9X5 loaf pan with nonstick spray and line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Mix in the sugar until combined.
- Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and canola oil to the banana mixture; stir until blended.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the banana bread to cool completely in the pan before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg