Bananabread

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.

2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. You can leave some small lumps for added texture if you prefer.

3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.

4. Add the baking soda and salt to the banana mixture and mix well.

5. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until everything is well combined.

6. Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough loaf.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

9. Once baked, remove the bananabread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.

10. Carefully transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy a slice on its own, toasted with a smear of butter, or even topped with a dollop of whipped cream.