Old-Fashioned Banana Bread 

This Old-Fashioned Banana Bread is the epitome of comfort baking. Packed with ripe bananas, it’s perfectly moist, lightly sweet, and has a texture that’s just right – not too dense, yet wonderfully tender. Whether you're using up overripe bananas or just craving a simple, homemade treat, this banana bread is sure to hit the spot. The addition of canola oil keeps it moist, while the basic ingredients create a warm, classic flavor that everyone loves. With the option to add walnuts or chocolate chips, it’s customizable to suit your preferences. It’s the kind of recipe that gets better with time, perfect for snacking, breakfast, or sharing with loved ones. Serve it warm with a little butter, and it’s like a hug in every slice. 

🧄 Ingredients

• 3 medium-sized extra ripe bananas (about 1¼ to 1½ cups mashed)

• 1 cup white granulated sugar

• ⅓ cup canola oil

• 2 large eggs (room temperature)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour (sifted)

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt 

Optional Add-ins:

• 1 cup semisweet mini chocolate chips

• 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts 

🔪 Directions

1. Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray. Line the bottom and two sides with parchment paper.

2. Mash Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the 3 extra ripe bananas using a fork.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the sugar to the mashed bananas and mix to combine. Stir in the eggs, vanilla extract, and canola oil until well combined.

4. Add Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt together. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring just until combined.

5. Add Optional Ingredients: If using, fold in the chocolate chips and/or chopped nuts.

6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool: Allow the banana bread to cool completely in the pan before removing.

📊 Nutritional Estimate (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 255 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 40 g

• Protein: 4 g

• Fat: 10 g

• Saturated Fat: 1 g

• Cholesterol: 36 mg

• Sodium: 266 mg

• Potassium: 175 mg

• Fiber: 2 g

• Sugar: 22 g