There is something so comforting about homemade banana bread🍌
If you’ve ever had bananas sitting on the counter and weren’t sure what to do with them — this is the recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
🛒 Ingredients:
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2–3 overripe bananas
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2 eggs
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1 cup sugar
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½ cup butter, softened
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1–2 cups flour (adjust for desired texture)
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Optional:
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Cinnamon
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Chopped nuts
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F
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In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and sugar
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Add eggs and mix until smooth
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Mash bananas and stir into mixture
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Add vanilla extract
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Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt
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Stir until just combined (do not overmix)
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Pour batter into a greased loaf pan
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Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until golden brown and set
💡 Tips for Best Results:
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The darker the bananas, the sweeter the flavor
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Avoid overmixing to keep the bread soft
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Let cool before slicing for the best texture
🍓 Serving Ideas:
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Spread with cream cheese and strawberry preserves
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Add butter while warm
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Toast slices the next day for an easy breakfast
🛍️ Kitchen Tools I Used (Shop Here):
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NutrilMill Artiste Kitchen Electric Stand Mixer (My favorite and so easy to use and store)💛
- Glass Loaf Pan with Lid (A must have for convenience and storage)
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Measuring Cups and Spoons (These Sets are Lovely to work with)
💛 Closing:
This is one of those simple, go-to recipes that makes your kitchen feel warm and cozy.
Using everyday ingredients and just a few steps, you’ll have a homemade banana bread that’s perfect any time of day.
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🛒 Ingredients:
-
2–3 overripe bananas
-
2 eggs
-
1 cup sugar
-
½ cup butter, softened
-
1–2 cups flour (adjust for desired texture)
-
1 teaspoon baking soda
-
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
-
Pinch of salt
Optional:
- Cinnamon
- Chopped nuts
👩🍳 Instructions:
-
Preheat oven to 350°F
-
In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and sugar
-
Add eggs and mix until smooth
-
Mash bananas and stir into mixture
-
Add vanilla extract
-
Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt
-
Stir until just combined (do not overmix)
-
Pour batter into a greased loaf pan
-
Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until golden brown and set
💡 Tips for Best Results:
-
The darker the bananas, the sweeter the flavor
-
Avoid over mixing to keep the bread soft
- Let cool before slicing for the best texture
