Don't let those overripe bananas go to waste!

As the fall season approaches, there's nothing better than filling your home with the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked banana bread.

This recipe is not only incredibly easy to make but also perfect for beginners. With just a few simple ingredients, you can transform those old bananas into a delicious, moist loaf that's perfect for cozy mornings or afternoon treats. So, grab those bananas and get ready to bake—it’s easier than you think!

What You’ll Need:

To whip up this delicious and easy banana bread, here’s what you’ll need:

• 3 ripe bananas – the riper, the better!

• 1/3 cup melted butter – for that rich, moist texture

• 3/4 cup sugar – or 1/2 cup for a less sweet version

• 1 egg, beaten – to bind everything together

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – adds a warm, sweet flavor

• 1 teaspoon baking soda – helps the bread rise perfectly

• Pinch of salt – to balance the sweetness

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour – the base of your bread

Tools:

• Mixing bowls – one for wet ingredients, one for dry

• Fork or potato masher – to mash the bananas

• Whisk – for combining ingredients

• 9x5-inch loaf pan – for baking

• Spatula – to scrape every last bit of batter into the pan

• Toothpick – for testing doneness

• Cooling rack – to cool the bread once baked

Now that you’ve got everything ready, let’s get baking!