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Banana Bread

A soft banana loaf made for using up overripe fruit.

Prep15 min
Cook55 min
Total70 min
Serves10

Ingredients

Serves10

Metric and US measurements are approximate conversions; ingredient densities vary. Double-check temperatures and cooking times when changing portions.

Method

1

Heat oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Line a 900 g loaf tin.

2

Cream butter and sugar; beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.

3

Mash bananas and fold into the mixture with flour and cinnamon.

4

Spoon into the prepared tin and bake 50–60 minutes until a skewer comes out clean.

5

Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

Food safety: ensure poultry is fully cooked, handle raw meat separately, and check packaging for allergens. Times are estimates and ovens vary.