Banana bread recipe is one of those classic comfort food that is super moist and easy to make.A fluffy fruit bread recipe with mild sweetness and intense banana flavour.This recipe doesn’t need any fancy mixer ,be sure to use overripe bananas that is squishy inside.An easy fail proof recipe that even newbie cooks can give it a try.
Feel free to get creative by adding nuts,raisins and chocolate chips so that you can enjoy this banana bread in different ways.You’d love making this recipe for it fills your home with a nice aroma ,that stays even hours after the bread is done.This recipe is great for muffins as well.A perfect after school snack for kids back from school.Do make this recipe and have a wonderful time with your loved ones at home.

PREPARATION TIME : 10 MINS

BAKING TIME : 55-60 MINS (180 DEGREE C)

YIELD : MAKES ONE LOAF

INGREDIENTS

2 cups maida

2 overripe bananas

1/2 cup butter

1 cup sugar

1/4 cup milk

2 eggs

1 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

1 tsp vanilla essence or extract

2 tbsp chopped walnuts (optional)

METHOD

Preheat the oven to 180°C, and butter a 9 × 5 inch loaf pan.

Sift the flour, bicarbonate of soda and salt into a large mixing bowl.

Powder the sugar.

Mix the flour,baking soda,salt and keep it aside.In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

Using a fork, mash the bananas.Add the eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture and mix well. Fold in the flour mixture. Add milk and make a smooth batter without any lumps.

Pour the cake mixture into the tin and sprinkle with some nuts.Bake for 55 minutes to 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Remove from the oven and let it cool for few minutes, then transfer onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.