Moist and Delicious 4-Hour Banana Bread Recipe

This 4-hour banana bread recipe is the ultimate treat for banana lovers. Moist, tender, and packed with the perfect amount of sweetness, this homemade bread will be a hit with your family and friends. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can whip up a delicious loaf of banana bread in just a few hours. Enjoy it for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a dessert topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 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 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, and sugar. Mix well until the sugar is fully dissolved.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Mix until everything is well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts.
7. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and pour the batter into it.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. Transfer the bread to a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing and serving.

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