Martha Stewart Banana Bread Recipe
If you love soft and moist cakes, this Martha Stewart Banana Bread Recipe is perfect for you. It is simple, sweet and full of banana flavor. This bread is great for breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
- Ripe bananas mashed – 3 large
- All-purpose flour – 1 1/2 cups
- Sugar – 3/4 cup
- Butter melted – 1/2 cup
- Eggs – 2 large
- Baking soda – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – 1/4 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
Instructions
Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a loaf pan lightly with butter. You can also line it with parchment paper for easy removal after baking.
Mash the Bananas
- Peel the bananas and place them in a bowl. Mash well using a fork until smooth. A few small lumps are fine and add texture.
Mix Wet Ingredients
- Add melted butter to mashed bananas. Mix well. Add eggs and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is combined and smooth.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the baking soda. This helps the bread rise properly.
Make the Batter
- Add the dry mixture into the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix. This keeps the banana bread soft and tender.
Pour into Pan
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread evenly using a spatula. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove air bubbles.
Bake the Bread
- Bake in the oven for 50 minutes. Check with a toothpick. If it comes out clean, the bread is ready. Let it cool before slicing.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness.
- Do not overmix the batter.
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Let the bread cool before cutting.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal.