Description
Delight in this moist and flavorful bob evans recipe for banana bread. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, this classic treat is a great way to use up overripe bananas and fill your home with a delicious aroma.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter.
- Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Add the baking powder and salt, mixing well.
- Gradually add the flour and mix until just combined. If desired, fold in walnuts or chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For the best flavor, use bananas that are very ripe with brown spots on the skin. Consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for an additional layer of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg