Delicious Banana Bread Recipe For 2 Loaf Pans

Banana bread is a classic recipe that is loved by millions of people, and it’s no wonder why. It’s a delicious and moist bread with a hint of sweetness from the bananas. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make and is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or even an afternoon snack.

This recipe yields two loaves that are perfect for sharing or for freezing for later. The great thing about banana bread is that it’s such a versatile recipe. You can add nuts, chocolate chips, or even dried fruit for a different flavor.

Ingredients

- 3 ripe bananas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter, melted
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup nuts, optional
- ½ cup chocolate chips, optional
- ½ cup dried fruit, optional

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
2. In a medium bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Add the mashed bananas and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
7. Slowly add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
8. Add the nuts, chocolate chips and/or dried fruit, if desired.
9. Divide the batter evenly between the two loaf pans.
10. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11. Let cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pans to cool completely.

Nutrition

This banana bread recipe yields two loaves, with each loaf containing 8 slices. Each slice of banana bread contains approximately:

- Calories: 215
- Fat: 7g
- Sodium: 198mg
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 17g
- Protein: 3g

Tips

- If your bananas aren’t ripe enough, you can bake them in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to make them ripe.
- If you’d like a sweeter bread, you can add more sugar.
- If you’d like a healthier bread, you can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- You can also make the bread in a 9x13 inch pan instead of two loaf pans.
- You can freeze the banana bread for up to 3 months.

Now that you have this delicious banana bread recipe, you can make it anytime you’d like. It’s a great way to use up overripe bananas and is sure to be a hit with your family. Enjoy!