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Easy Banana Bread

This Easy Banana Bread combines heartwarming flavors of ripe bananas, vanilla, and cinnamon in a simple loaf that’s perfect for any occasion, whether as a breakfast treat or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Swap half for whole wheat for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) Toast whole sticks lightly for more depth.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled Coconut oil can replace for dairy-free.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Cut to 1/2 cup for a less sweet loaf, or use brown sugar.
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream Buttermilk works too for extra tang.
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional) Use dark chocolate for an indulgent dessert.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a larger bowl, whisk the melted butter and sugar until glossy. Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. Mash the bananas in a separate bowl until mostly smooth with a few pea-sized lumps.
  5. Stir the mashed bananas and yogurt into the butter mixture until combined.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet in two batches until no longer streaky.
  7. Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if using.
  8. Pour into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean with a few moist crumbs.
  2. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

If you like a healthier option, replace half the flour with oat flour or add chia seeds. For a festive treat, add dried cranberries and orange zest.