Classic Homemade Banana Bread
A simple and delicious banana bread recipe made with ripe bananas, butter, and optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
Ingredients
- 2-3 bananas very ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (or vegetable oil for a lighter version)
- ¾ cup sugar (white, brown, or a mix)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for extra flavor)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional, for a sweeter variation)