Best Banana Bread (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
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3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
→ Optional Add-ins
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts
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1/2 cup chocolate chips
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Stir in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
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In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix. Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if using.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
# Notes:
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For extra moist bread, add 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt.
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For a sweeter version, use 1 cup sugar instead of 3/4 cup.
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Store at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.