THE BEST BANANA BREAD (NO KIDDING!)

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When my grandmother died about thirty years ago she left behind a yellowed, brittle, spotted and splotched card with a handwritten recipe for The Best Banana Bread in the World. I have literally grown up on this stuff, and verily, verily say unto you--it is wonderful. Comfort food in the extreme, it's good hot, it's good cold, and it's especially good two days old! Age only increases its moistness, and the top gets all glossy and mmmm.... Impossible to describe. So, do you want to make it now? I'll spare you the trouble of deciphering my grandmother's outdated methods, and transcribe it myself. Here it is, what you've been waiting for all your life:

Provided by Larklearningtopray

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf, 2-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 bananas (The riper the better, I usually freeze our bananas when they start to brown, then once a few have ac)
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
2 cups flour (I love this with whole wheat. White is OK, but is more cake-ey and less bread-ey.)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Thoroughly mash bananas. (If they've been frozen, just zap them in the microwave; they will look absolutely disgusting but it's worth it.)
  • Combine dry ingredients in one bowl, mix well with a wire whisk (or sifter, if your heart so desires).
  • Whisk the eggs lightly in a separate bowl, add oil and vanilla, then when the oven is finished preheating add the wet to the dry.
  • Pour into a loaf pan that has been generously greased with vegetable shortening.
  • Bake for 60 minutes (it can take 15-20 minutes longer than this) or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted in the middle comes out clean. You don't want your bread to be too dry (it's supposed to be lovely and moist), so try to get it out just when the tester comes out clean, don't leave it in the oven too long after that.

malaysia simmons
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This is a great recipe! The banana bread is moist and flavorful, and it's easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


Nicole Bettison
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I love this banana bread! It's so moist and flavorful, and the nuts add a great crunch. It's the perfect treat for any occasion.


Nwafor Kosi
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This banana bread is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. It's the perfect breakfast or snack.


Brooklyn Dale
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I've made this banana bread several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect recipe for using up ripe bananas.


Hamza Prince
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This banana bread is delicious! I love the way the spices complement the bananas. It's the perfect fall treat.


chsharjeel chsharjeel
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I followed the recipe exactly and my banana bread turned out great! It's so moist and flavorful. I can't wait to make it again.


Jayampathi Rrr
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This banana bread is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful, and the nuts add a great crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


NS Nirob afridi
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I've made this banana bread several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect way to use up ripe bananas.


Sohrab Ali
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This is the best banana bread recipe I've ever tried. It's so simple to make and always turns out perfectly.


Daniel Phala
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I made this banana bread for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


erin a
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This banana bread is delicious! I love the crunchy nuts and the moist, tender crumb. It's the perfect snack or breakfast.


Hamim Hasnat
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I've tried many banana bread recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Rokai Belvont
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This banana bread is a keeper! It's incredibly moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spices. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.