Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 large bananas, mashed (approximately 1 cup)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40-50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Pour into the banana mixture and stir until combined.
- Pour the batter into a well-greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming the total bread is cut into 8 pieces)
Calories: 280kcal
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 20g (includes natural sugar from bananas)
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and moist texture, perfect for kids who love banana flavors.
- Easy to make with common ingredients found in most American supermarkets.
- Can be customized with additional fruits or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture variety.
User Comments:
- "My kids loved this banana bread! It was so soft and tasty." - John Smith
- "This recipe is a keeper! My family loved it, and it was so easy to make." - Sarah Johnson
- "I added some chocolate chips to this recipe, and it was a hit at my kid's birthday party!" - Michael Davis
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture. Overripe bananas can make the bread taste bitter.
- Grease the loaf pan well to ensure the bread doesn't stick and comes out easily after baking.
- Check the bread for doneness using a toothpick; if it comes out clean, it's ready to come out of the oven.
