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The World’s Best Banana Bread Recipe

The World's Best Banana Bread Recipe

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Indulge in the comforting delight of The World’s Best Banana Bread Recipe. This homemade treat is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With its moist texture and rich banana flavor, it’s an easy recipe that transforms overripe bananas into a deliciously sweet loaf. In just a short prep time, you can enjoy warm slices straight from the oven, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or quiet mornings at home. Customize it with nuts or chocolate chips to suit your taste—this banana bread is versatile enough to satisfy everyone!

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 ripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a loaf pan by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add melted butter to the mashed bananas and mix until well combined. Stir in sugar until smooth.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
  7. If desired, fold in nuts before pouring the batter into your prepared pan.
  8. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

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