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Old Fashioned Banana Bread

Moist Old Fashioned Banana Bread Recipe for Ultimate Comfort

Discover the ultimate comfort of Old Fashioned Banana Bread, a simple recipe yielding a tender, delicious loaf to enjoy anytime.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium bananas, extra ripe Use bananas with brown or black streaks for optimal flavor.
  • 1 cup white granulated sugar Sweetens the bread and enhances banana flavor.
  • 1/3 cup canola oil Adds moisture; substitute with vegetable or melted coconut oil if needed.
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature For a vegan option, consider flax eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for the best results.
  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted Avoid over-mixing to keep it tender.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.

Equipment

  • 9x5 loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Old Fashioned Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a 9x5 loaf pan with nonstick spray and lay parchment paper along the bottom and two sides.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash 3 extra ripe bananas thoroughly with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/3 cup of canola oil; mix until well-combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together 1 1/3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Gently fold this mixture into the banana mix until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before lifting out using the parchment paper to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. Avoid over-mixing to ensure a tender loaf.

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