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Best Banana Bread

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70 min
8 servings
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There’s something undeniably cozy about baking banana bread at home. Picture a lazy Sunday afternoon, and you've got some overripe bananas that are just begging to be transformed. This is where the magic happens - with our no-fuss banana bread recipe. It's a delightful mix of moist, dense cake spiked with a hint of cinnamon that tickles your taste buds and crunchy walnuts for an added bite. Whether it’s breakfast on-the-go or a comforting snack after a long day, each slice wraps you in its warmly spiced aroma, making your house truly feel like home. Perfect for sharing or sneaking another slice just for yourself, this recipe promises simplicity and satisfaction in every bite.

What you need?

ripe bananas3' ripe bananas
melted unsalted butter1/4 cup' melted unsalted butter
baking soda1 teaspoon' baking soda
sugar1 cup' sugar
egg1' egg
vanilla extract1 teaspoon' vanilla extract
all-purpose flour1 1/2 cups' all-purpose flour
walnuts1/2 cup walnuts
salt1/2 teaspoon' salt
cinnamon1/2 teaspoon' cinnamon

Possible substitutions

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Ah, banana bread—a simple pleasure that never fails to bring a smile. Imagine the bananas you've watched ripen on your counter, now speckled perfectly with age, ready to transform into something magical. As we move forward from our chat about this ultimate recipe, which combines the comforting sweetness of ripe bananas with a hint of cinnamon and the satisfying crunch of walnuts, let's roll up our sleeves and turn those humble ingredients into a loaf that's moist, fragrant, and utterly delightful. Ready to fill your kitchen with the aroma of baking bliss? Let’s get started.

Steps to follow

1
mash
10 minutes

Begin by mashing the ripe bananas until smooth.

2
mix
5 minutes

Mix the mashed bananas with the melted butter.

3
stir
5 minutes

Stir in the baking soda and salt. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, and mix well.

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4
fold
10 minutes

Gently fold in the flour to the mixture, being careful not to overmix.

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5
fold
2 minutes

If using, fold in the walnuts into the batter.

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6
pour
5 minutes

Pour the batter into a greased 4x8 inch loaf pan.

1/2 cup
7
bake
50 minutes

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.

8
cool
30 minutes

Let the bread cool in the pan for a few minutes, then remove from the pan and let cool completely on a wire rack. Enjoy your delicious banana bread!

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