Soft, moist, and full of sweet banana flavor β this classic banana bread is perfect for breakfast, tea time, or a cozy homemade snack!
π§Ύ Ingredients
β’ 3 large very ripe bananas, about 1Β½ cups mashed
β’ 120 g / Β½ cup unsalted butter, melted
β’ 150 g / ΒΎ cup granulated sugar
β’ 2 large eggs
β’ 1 tsp vanilla extract
β’ 190 g / 1Β½ cups all-purpose flour
β’ 1 tsp baking soda
β’ Β½ tsp salt
β’ Β½ tsp ground cinnamon, optional
β’ 60 ml / ΒΌ cup milk
π©βπ³ Instructions
- Prepare the Oven
Preheat oven to 175Β°C / 350Β°F. Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper. - Mash the Bananas
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add melted butter and mix well. - Add Wet Ingredients
Stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined. - Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using. - Combine Batter
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture. Add milk and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix. - Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50β60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. - Cool & Serve
Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10β15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
β¨ Simple, moist, and delicious β a classic banana bread everyone will love! ππ