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Moist & Flavorful Banana Bread: Grandma's Secret Twist

Abby Martin
A classic, comforting banana bread that’s easy to make and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Baked
Cuisine Baked
Servings 1 loaf
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium very ripe bananas peeled (about 1 1/2 cups mashed)
  • 1/3 cup butter melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions
 

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter an 8x4-inch loaf pan.
  • 2. In a mixing bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Stir in melted butter.
  • 3. Mix in baking soda and salt. Stir in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla bean paste.
  • 4. Mix in the flour until just combined.
  • 5. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • 6. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • 7. Cool in the pan briefly, then remove and let cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for best flavor.
Tent with foil if the loaf browns too quickly.
Keyword Baked