Banana Bread

5 from 1 vote

Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings and impress your friends and family.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword Banana, Banana Bread, Bread

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 15

Servings People

Calories 247kcal

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan. Set it aside for now.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next one.
Add the mashed bananas, milk, and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring just until the ingredients are fully combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a dense loaf.
Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake for approximately 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the banana bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Tips for Perfecting Your Banana Bread Recipe

Use overripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be. Look for bananas with brown spots or even fully blackened skins.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can lead to a dense and tough loaf. Stir the ingredients until just combined, and any streaks of flour are no longer visible.
Adjust the sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter banana bread, you can increase the amount of sugar slightly. Alternatively, you can add a handful of chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the batter for added sweetness and texture.