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Easy Banana Bread

A simple and delicious banana bread recipe perfect for using up ripe bananas, featuring a nice balance of flavors and flexibility for customizing with add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas The riper, the better!
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Essential for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Check if it’s fresh.
  • 1 pinch salt Use sea salt for a gourmet touch.
  • 1 cup gluten-free flour Any brand is fine as long as it's gluten-free.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Adds a cozy flavor.
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup Optional for extra sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts Use walnuts or pecans, optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir in melted coconut oil and vanilla extract.
  4. Mix in baking soda and salt.
  5. Add gluten-free flour and cinnamon, and mix until combined.
  6. If desired, fold in chopped nuts.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool before slicing to avoid mess.

Notes

Don't be afraid to experiment with additional flavors like chocolate chips. The bread can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or any time you feel like baking. Be patient while baking, as baking times can vary.