Ingredients
3 large ripe bananas (with brown spots)
1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted; substitute with coconut oil)
1 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjustable)
1 large egg (lightly beaten)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
Optional: whole wheat flour substitution
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan
In a large bowl mash bananas until smooth
Mix in melted butter, baking soda, and salt
Add sugar, egg, and vanilla extract; stir well
Fold in flour gently until just combined (avoid overmixing)
Pour batter into prepared pan
Bake for 55-65 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean
Cool slightly before slicing
Notes
Use bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness
Coconut oil provides a tropical flavor variation
Avoid overmixing for tender crumb
Whole wheat flour adds nutritional benefits
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Cake Recipes & Easy Baking Ideas
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg