Sure! Here’s a recipe for rich banana bread:
Ingredients:
- 2 to 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar (you can use less if you prefer less sweetness)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans work well)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, etc.)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Pan: Grease a 4×8 inch loaf pan.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
- Add Sugar and Egg: Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix in. Add the flour last, and mix until just incorporated. Be careful not to over-mix.
- Add Optional Ingredients: If using, gently fold in any add-ins like nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit.
- Pour into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake: Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy your rich banana bread!
Feel free to modify the recipe with your preferred add-ins or adjust the sweetness to your taste. Enjoy!