Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons butter, at room temperature 1 cup sugar 3 large eggs, beaten 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas (about 2 cups) Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt; mix well. In the same bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. Stir in mashed bananas. Pour batter into prepared pan; spread evenly over top of batter. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow bread to cool completely before slicing and serving
Best Banana Bread Recipe
There’s a reason everyone made banana bread during quarantine – it’s a classic treat that’s both easy and delicious! It works both as a sweet breakfast item or as a dessert after dinner, meaning you can enjoy slices of this bread all day long. I always get a little excited when I see that the bananas I bought a few days ago are starting to go bad, because that means it’s time to make my favorite banana bread! This easy recipe has been a staple in my house for many years, and always helps me use my ripe bananas. Of all the banana bread recipes out there, this tried and true one is still my favorite. It balances the sweetness of the sugar and bananas perfectly with just a pinch of cinnamon. If you’re looking for an easy, classic banana bread, you’ve found just the right recipe.
How to Make Banana Bread
Add the butter and bananas to a bowl, then combine them. Mix in sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Fully combine all ingredients. Pour the batter into a prepared loaf pan and smooth. Bake. Cool. Store or serve. Enjoy!
This quick and easy banana bread recipe is sweet, bursting with fresh banana flavor, and incredibly soft. If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!
