Preparation Time
Before diving into this delightful banana bread recipe, let’s break down the time involved. The preparation time is approximately 15 minutes, making it easy to fit into your day!
Cooking Time
The cooking time for this banana bread is about 60 minutes. This means that in just over an hour, you can enjoy a warm, comforting loaf.
Total Time & Savings
In total, from start to finish, you will need about 75 minutes. This recipe is simple and saves you time while providing a delicious treat for you and your family.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar (you can adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
- Mix in the baking soda and salt.
- Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract to the mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Finally, mix in the flour until just incorporated.
- Pour the batter into a greased 4×8 inch loaf pan.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your homemade banana bread warm or at room temperature!