The banana bread is a dessert that combines simplicity with the rich taste of banana. Perfect for breakfast, snacks or even dessert, this low-ingredient recipe is perfect for those looking for something quick, easy and tasty.

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You only need five basic ingredients for this perfect banana bread, which you most likely already have in your kitchen:

Materials

• 3 ripe bananas (melted)
• 2 eggs
• 1 ½ cups flour (all purpose)
• ½ cup sugar (white or brown, depending on your preference)
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder

Optional Materials

• ½ teaspoon cinnamon or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for extra flavor)
• ¼ cup nuts (eg, walnuts) or chocolate chips (for extra texture)

Implementation

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C and prepare a cake tin (about 20×10 cm) with parchment paper or butter.
2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until they are pureed.
3. Add the eggs to the bananas and mix well.
4. Pour the flour, sugar and baking powder into the mixture and mix gently until smooth.
5. Optional: If desired, add cinnamon, vanilla, nuts or chocolate.
6. Transfer the mixture to the tin and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Useful tips

• If your bananas are not ripe enough, you can bake them in an oven at 200°C for 10 minutes until they turn black on the outside.
• For extra moisture, you can add 2 tablespoons of yogurt or milk to the mixture.