Quick and Easy Banana Bread (with Video)
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Tips and Tricks On How To Make Banana Bread
- Banana-Ripeness: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be. Look for bananas with brown spots on the peel-they're perfect for baking.
- Sweetness Level: Feel free to adjust the sweetness by using less brown sugar or substituting with honey or maple syrup. The texture may vary slightly, but it will still be delicious.
- Customize Your Bread: Add nuts like walnuts or pecans for crunch, or chocolate chips for a decadent twist. You can even sprinkle some cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth and flavor.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve slices of banana bread warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream, a smear of butter, or even a drizzle of honey. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea, making it an ideal treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.
How To Store Quick and Easy Banana Bread
- Room Temperature: Store your banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Refrigerator: If you want to keep it fresh for longer, store it in the fridge. It will last up to a week.
- Freezer: Banana bread freezes beautifully. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying.
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Ingredients:
- 4 large, peeled, very ripe bananas
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Take a loaf pan and line it with parchment paper or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
In a bowl, add your bananas.
Mash them with a fork until they are almost smooth.
Then add the eggs and vanilla and stir together with a fork until well combined.
Add the brown sugar and self-rising flour and stir together until just combined.
Pour the mixture into your prepared pan.
Bake in the oven for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Then remove from oven and let cool before slicing.
