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Classic Banana Bread

⏱ Prep 10 min 🔥 Cook — min 🍽 Serves — 📅 2026-01-04

This classic banana bread is the perfect way to use up ripe bananas and create a moist, delicious treat. With simple ingredients and easy steps, this homemade loaf is ideal for bakers of all levels.

Steps

  1. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add melted butter, sugar, egg, and maple syrup to the mashed bananas and mix well.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract if using.
  4. Add baking soda, salt, and cottage cheese and mix to combine.
  5. Fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into a greased loaf pan.
  7. Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

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