This recipe is a general cooking guide. Ingredient brands, appliances and food-safety requirements vary by country; follow local guidance and ensure food is cooked safely.
Ingredients
- 3 very ripe bananas
- 100 g melted butter
- 150 g brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 220 g plain flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Method
- Heat oven to 175°C / 350°F and line a loaf tin.
- Mash bananas, then whisk in butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla.
- Fold in flour, baking soda and salt.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until a tester comes out mostly clean.
- Cool before slicing.
Useful tip: Very ripe, heavily spotted bananas provide the strongest flavour.
Make It Your Own
Adjust herbs, spice level, vegetables and serving accompaniments to suit your household. Write down successful changes so the recipe becomes part of your own dependable collection.
Storage and Leftovers
Cool leftovers promptly, refrigerate in suitable covered containers and follow the food-safety guidance that applies where you live. Reheat only using an appropriate method for the dish.