American · Breakfast · Easy
Banana Bread
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- 1 hr 20 min
- Prep
- 20 min
- Serves
- 10
- Calories
- 290
Deeply ripe bananas bake into a moist loaf with a cinnamon-scented crust. Thick slices toast well, with crisp edges and a soft center.
Freckled, soft fruit gives Banana Bread its sweetness and aroma without needing a heavy glaze. Melted butter makes the batter easy to mix by hand, and a restrained amount of flour keeps the loaf tender.
Measure the mashed banana rather than relying on the number of pieces. Too much fruit can leave a gummy stripe near the bottom even when the top looks fully baked.
Method
Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment across the bottom and sides.
Whisk the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. In a second bowl whisk the mashed banana, butter, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla extract.
Fold the flour mixture into the banana mixture until no dry flour remains. Scrape into the pan and level the surface.
Bake for until a skewer pushed into the middle comes out without wet batter. If the top darkens early, tent loosely with foil.
Cool in the pan for , then lift onto a rack and let cool before slicing into ten pieces.
Forkue tips
- Use a serrated knife once the loaf is cool; cutting it hot compresses the soft crumb.
Storing and reheating
Wrap and keep at room temperature for 3 days. Freeze individual slices for 2 months and toast from frozen on a low setting until the middle is warm.
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Banana Bread: FAQ
Can I use frozen bananas?
Yes. Thaw them and include their liquid when measuring the mash. Do not add extra fruit beyond the stated volume.
Why did the middle sink?
The loaf may have been underbaked or contain too much banana. Check the deepest part with a skewer rather than judging by crust color.
How do I store and reheat Banana Bread?
Wrap and keep at room temperature for 3 days. Freeze individual slices for 2 months and toast from frozen on a low setting until the middle is warm.
How long does Banana Bread take?
About 1 hr 20 min in total: 20 min prep and 1 hr cooking.
What do I need to make Banana Bread?
The key ingredients are all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, banana, butter and eggs, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Banana Bread?
Use a serrated knife once the loaf is cool; cutting it hot compresses the soft crumb.
