Banana Bread Small Loaf Recipe
This banana bread small loaf recipe gives you a perfectly moist and flavorful loaf, ideal for a cozy treat. With ripe bananas and simple ingredients, it’s a comforting classic that fills your home with a warm, inviting aroma.
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe bananas
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons milk (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a small loaf pan (approximately 8x4 inches) or line it with parchment paper.
- Mash the bananas in a bowl until smooth. Set aside.
- Mix dry ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter and sugar until well combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to avoid dense bread.
- Add mashed bananas: Fold in the mashed bananas gently, ensuring they're evenly distributed.
- Bake the batter in the prepared loaf pan for 40-45 minutes. Insert a toothpick into the center, and if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, the bread is done.
- Cool: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.