Classic Banana Bread

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.

3. 3

   Stir in the melted butter into the mashed bananas.

4. 4

   Mix in the sugar, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Sprinkle the baking powder and salt over the mixture and stir to combine.

6. 6

   Add the flour and mix until just incorporated. Do not overmix.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

8. 8

   Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. 9

   Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.