Classic and Moist Banana Bread Recipe

Indulge in the taste of nostalgia with this classic grandma's banana bread recipe. This moist and flavorful bread is packed with ripe bananas, aromatic spices, and a touch of vanilla. Easy to make and perfect for breakfast or as a snack, this banana bread will keep you coming back for more. Get ready to fill your kitchen with the cozy aroma of freshly baked bread and enjoy a slice of comfort.

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
3. Add the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix well until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
6. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

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