Banana Bread Recipe for the Ultimate Cozy Treat

Few things are as comforting as a warm slice of banana bread fresh from the oven. Sweet, soft, and naturally flavorful, this classic treat is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a cozy dessert. With ripe bananas and a few simple ingredients, you can make a loaf that tastes like it came from a bakery — right in your own kitchen.

Why You’ll Love Banana Bread

✔️ Moist & Tender – Soft crumb that melts in your mouth.
✔️ Naturally Sweet – Ripe bananas provide perfect sweetness.
✔️ Customizable – Add chocolate chips, nuts, or spices.
✔️ Easy & Quick – A simple recipe that’s beginner-friendly.

Classic Banana Bread

Ingredients:

• 3–4 ripe bananas, mashed
  
• ½ cup melted butter
  
• ¾ cup sugar (or brown sugar for deeper flavor)
  
• 1 large egg, beaten
  
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  
• 1 tsp baking soda
  
• Pinch of salt
  
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  
• Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
   

2. In a large bowl, mash bananas with melted butter until smooth.
   

3. Mix in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
   

4. Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture, then gently fold in flour until just combined.
   

5. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
   

6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   

7. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
   

Tip: For an extra moist loaf, use overripe bananas and don’t overmix the batter — it keeps the bread soft and tender.

Flavour Variations

• Chocolate Banana Bread: Add ½ cup cocoa powder to the flour and fold in chocolate chips.
  

• Spiced Banana Bread: Stir in 1 tsp cinnamon and ¼ tsp nutmeg for a warm, autumnal flavor.
  

• Vegan Option: Replace egg with flax egg (1 tbsp flax + 3 tbsp water) and butter with coconut oil.
  

Pro Tip: Slice Perfect Loaves with a Serrated Bread Knife

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