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Classic Bread Machine Banana Bread

This Classic Bread Machine Banana Bread is a cozy, effortless treat made with ripe bananas, brown sugar, and a hint of cinnamon, perfect for breakfasts or desserts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups ripe mashed bananas (about 3 medium bananas) Ripe means spotted and sweet; the riper, the better.
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature Bring them out early for a silkier batter.
  • 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter, cooled slightly Swap for coconut oil for a dairy-free twist.
  • 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based) Almond milk keeps it light.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional but rounds out the banana flavor.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed Substitute with coconut sugar for a nuttier tone.
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour For a heartier loaf, use half whole-wheat flour.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Optional; add a pinch of nutmeg for warmth.
Mix-ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips For a festive treat, swirl in cranberries and white chocolate.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather your ingredients and let the eggs and milk come to room temperature.
  2. Mash the bananas until mostly smooth; a few small lumps are fine.
  3. Add wet ingredients to the bread pan first: mashed bananas, eggs, melted butter, milk, brown sugar, and vanilla.
  4. In a bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Sprinkle the dry mixture over the wet ingredients in the bread pan.
  5. Add the mix-ins: scatter walnuts or chocolate chips over the top (do not stir).
Baking
  1. Set your bread machine to the quick bread or cake setting.
  2. During the first few minutes of mixing, check the batter’s consistency. If too dry, add 1 tablespoon of milk at a time; if too wet, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of flour.
  3. Let the machine do its magic.
  4. When the bake cycle completes, carefully lift the pan from the machine.
  5. Cool the loaf in the pan for 10 minutes, then gently invert onto a wire rack to cool completely or slice slightly warm.

Notes

For extra flavor variations, consider swapping ingredients or adding spices. Serve warm with butter or enjoy as a dessert with ice cream.