– 3 ripe bananas, mashed – 1 egg – ⅓ cup melted butter – ½ cup granulated sugar – 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon baking soda – Pinch of salt – 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour – Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips – Butter or oil for greasing mini loaf pans
1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 4 to 6 mini loaf pans or line with parchment for easy release after baking.
2
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Overripe bananas yield the best texture and natural sweetness.
3
Stir in the melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla. Whisk until fully combined and the mixture is glossy and smooth.
4
Add baking soda, salt, and flour. Stir until just combined. Fold in optional nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
5
Divide the batter evenly among the mini pans. Fill each about ¾ full to allow space for rising during baking.
6
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 mins, then transfer to a rack.