Prepare to transform your boring kitchen routine into a viral sensation with the most addictive banana bread recipe that's taking social media by storm! This isn't just another banana bread recipe - it's a game-changing, mouth-watering masterpiece that will have your followers double-tapping and your family begging for seconds. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you'll create a golden, moist, and absolutely irresistible loaf that proves why this recipe has captured the hearts of millions online.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the oven is at the right temperature for baking your banana bread evenly.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth. It's okay if there are a few small lumps; they add to the texture of the bread.
- Add 1/3 cup of melted butter to the mashed bananas and mix until well combined. The melted butter will help create a moist texture in the bread.
- Stir in 1/2 cup of sugar, mixing thoroughly. You can adjust the sugar to your taste, but this amount is typical for a balanced sweetness.
- Crack in 1 large egg and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix well until everything is fully incorporated.
- Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of baking soda and a pinch of salt. Mix until just combined. The baking soda is essential for leavening the bread.
- Gradually fold in 1 cup of all-purpose flour. Be careful not to overmix; stop as soon as you see no dry flour. Overmixing can lead to a dense bread.
- Grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking. You can also line the pan with parchment paper for easier removal.
- Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even bake.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. Keep an eye on it towards the end to prevent overbaking.
- Once baked, remove the banana bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy your delicious viral TikTok banana bread! You can serve it plain, with butter, or even with your favorite spreads.
Tips
- Choose the Right Bananas: The key to incredible banana bread is using ultra-ripe bananas with plenty of brown spots. These are sweeter and will give your bread maximum flavor and moisture.
- Don't Overmix the Batter: Mix your ingredients just until combined. Overmixing can develop gluten and result in a tough, dense bread.
- Check for Doneness Carefully: Use the toothpick test - insert it into the center of the bread. If it comes out with just a few moist crumbs, your bread is perfect!
- Cool Completely: Allow the bread to cool entirely before slicing to prevent it from crumbling and to let the flavors settle.
- Storage Hack: Wrap your banana bread tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container to keep it moist for up to 4 days at room temperature, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 35mg
