Paula Deen’s Famous Banana Bread Recipe: Easy, Warm Sweet Comfort
	
		Enjoy the warm, sweet comfort of Paula Deen’s famous banana bread, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Souzan
 
							- Prep Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 1 hour
 
							- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
 
							- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
 
							- Category: Dessert
 
							- Method: Baking
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 3 ripe bananas
 
- 1/3 cup melted butter
 
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
 
- Pinch of salt
 
- 3/4 cup sugar
 
- 1 large egg, beaten
 
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
 
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
 
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
 
- Stir in the melted butter.
 
- Mix in the baking soda and salt.
 
- Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
 
- Finally, mix in the flour until just incorporated.
 
- Pour the batter into a buttered 4×8 inch loaf pan.
 
- Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
 
- Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- For extra flavor, add chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
 
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 slice
 
							- Calories: 200
 
							- Sugar: 10g
 
							- Sodium: 150mg
 
							- Fat: 7g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 3g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 30g
 
							- Fiber: 1g
 
							- Protein: 2g
 
							- Cholesterol: 30mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: banana bread, Paula Deen, baking, dessert