Description
Savor the nostalgia with Grandma’s Banana Bread, a timeless classic that brings warmth and comfort with every bite. Perfectly moist and bursting with banana flavor, this recipe is a family favorite!
Ingredients
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown 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 or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
Add mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in chopped nuts, if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Grandma’s Banana Bread is more than just a recipe—it’s a taste of tradition and love baked into every slice. Enjoy it warm with a pat of butter or as a sweet treat any time of day!