Sweet Banana Loaf (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2-3 medium fully brown bananas, peeled (roughly 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups when squashed).
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1/3 cup (76g) melted butter, either salted or unsalted.
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda.
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1 pinch salt.
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3/4 cup (150g) sugar.
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1 large egg, whisked.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1 1/2 cups (205g) all-purpose flour.
# Instructions:
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Get your oven hot at 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x4-inch loaf pan with butter so your bread won't stick.
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Grab a bowl and smash those bananas with a fork until they're totally mushy. Pour in your melted butter and mix everything together.
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Toss in the baking soda and a tiny bit of salt, then dump in the sugar, whisked egg, and vanilla. Lastly, fold in the flour just until it's mixed in.
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Dump your mixture into the buttered pan and even out the top. Pop it in your hot oven for about 55 to 65 minutes. It's done when you can stick a toothpick in the middle and it comes out clean.
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Take your bread out and let it sit in the pan for a bit. Then move it to a wire rack until it's totally cool before you cut it. You can keep it wrapped up at room temp for 4 days, or stick it in the fridge or freezer if you want it to last longer.
# Notes:
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You'll want bananas that are super soft and mushy with skins that show at least half brown spots for the best flavor.
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Got a sweet tooth? Bump up the sugar to 1 cup. Want it less sweet? Cut back to 1/2 cup instead.
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Using a bigger pan? Your cooking time might change, so keep an eye on it.
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When wrapped up tight, this bread stays good on your counter for many days.
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You don't need any fancy mixers for this one, making cleanup quick and easy.