This recipe for Angie's To Die For Banana Bread is a classic favorite that will please any crowd. The moist and flavorful bread is packed with ripe bananas and just the right amount of sweetness. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack, this banana bread will become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork.
- Add the melted butter and mix well.
- Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the baking soda, salt, and flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Banana bread originated in the United States during the Great Depression as a way to use overripe bananas.
Adding a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the recipe can enhance the flavor profile of the banana bread.
You can customize this recipe by adding nuts, chocolate chips, or even a swirl of peanut butter to the batter.