Banana Bread
Description
Soft, moist, and filled with the naturally sweet flavor of ripe bananas, this homemade banana bread is a timeless favorite that never disappoints. Each slice is tender and satisfying, with a rich banana flavor that makes it perfect for breakfast, snacking, or a simple homemade treat. Fresh from the oven, it fills the kitchen with the kind of cozy aroma that instantly feels welcoming and familiar.
Whether enjoyed with your morning coffee, packed into a lunchbox, or shared with family and friends, this banana bread is as versatile as it is comforting. Simple ingredients come together to create a loaf that feels wholesome, satisfying, and wonderfully homemade.
It’s the kind of recipe that turns overripe bananas into something everyone looks forward to enjoying.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 325°F. Coat a 9x5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
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In a small bowl, combine the ground chia seeds and cold water. Stir until smooth. The mixture will be thick and goopy (similar to an egg).
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Cream the sugar and butter in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes on medium-high speed. Add the chia seed mixture. Continue mixing for 1 to 2 minutes more.
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In a small bowl, mash the bananas with a fork. Stir in the milk.
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Whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
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Add the banana mixture to the creamed mixture and stir until combined.
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Add the dry ingredients, mixing just until the flour disappears.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. (Loosely place a piece of foil over the top of the pan after 1 hour if extra baking time is needed).
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Cool on a wire rack for 15-20 minutes. Shake the pan gently to loosen it, then remove the bread and let it cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 268kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11.6g18%
- Saturated Fat 3.2g16%
- Sodium 312mg13%
- Potassium 230mg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 37.6g13%
- Dietary Fiber 2.1g9%
- Sugars 20.2g
- Protein 3.8g8%
- Vitamin A 240 IU
- Vitamin C 3.6 mg
- Calcium 44 mg
- Iron 1.4 mg
- Vitamin E 0.7 mg
- Vitamin K 6 mcg
- Vitamin B6 0.22 mg
- Folate 44 mcg
- Magnesium 32 mg
- Zinc 0.6 mg
- Selenium 7 mcg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
