Simple 2 Banana Bread Recipe
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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Simple 2 Banana Bread Recipe
Banana bread is a classic comfort food that is a delicious snack or dessert. It is easy to make and can be made with just two bananas and a few other ingredients. This simple recipe uses just two bananas, a few pantry staples, and some optional mix-ins to make a delicious and moist banana bread.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup of sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- Optional: ½ cup of chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mash the two bananas with a fork until almost smooth.
- Add the melted butter, baking soda, salt, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
- Add in the flour, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the optional mix-ins, if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
This banana bread recipe yields 12 slices. Each slice contains approximately:
- Calories: 211 kcal
- Fat: 7.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 33.3 g
- Protein: 3.2 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
This two-banana banana bread is a delicious snack or dessert that is easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. It is moist and flavorful with the perfect balance of sweet and savory. It is a great way to use up ripe bananas and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins. It is sure to be a hit with the whole family!