Delicious and Easy Recipe for a Healthy Treat!
Welcome to Freshh Recipes, where we bring you mouthwatering creations that are simple to make! Today, we’re sharing our irresistible Golden Banana Bread recipe. This loaf is perfectly moist, packed with natural sweetness from ripe bananas, and has a delightful golden crust. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced baker, this recipe is a must-try for a cozy snack or a healthy treat. Ready to get baking? Let’s dive in!
Ingredients:
- 2 to 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup (80g) melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- A pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup (150g) sugar (can reduce to 1/2 cup for less sweetness)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 4×8-inch loaf pan.
- Mash the bananas in a mixing bowl with a fork until smooth. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
- Mix the dry ingredients: Add the baking soda and salt to the banana-butter mixture and stir to combine.
- Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla: Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Add the flour: Stir in the flour until fully incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
You can also add chocolate chips, nuts, or raisins for extra flavor!
Banana bread became popular in the United States during the Great Depression of the 1930s when resourceful homemakers looked for ways to use overripe bananas. Since then, it has remained a beloved classic, known for its simplicity and comforting taste.