Moist Honey Vanilla Banana Bread 

This banana bread is irresistibly soft, sweet, and moist thanks to ripe bananas and a touch of honey. The addition of vanilla extract enhances its comforting aroma, making it a perfect companion for your morning coffee or an afternoon treat.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

For the Bread:

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)

• 1/2 cup honey

• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 large egg, beaten

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• Pinch of salt

• 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour

Optional Add Ins:

• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Mash the Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir in the melted butter, honey, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and a pinch of salt over the mixture. Gently fold in the flour until just combined be careful not to overmix.

5. Optional Add Nuts: If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.

6. Pour and Smooth: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

7. Bake: Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.

8. Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 250 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 35g

• Protein: 3g

• Fat: 10g

• Fiber: 2g