Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 55 minutes mins
Resting Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
For best flavor, use very ripe bananas with plenty of brown spots, as they add natural sweetness and moisture to the bread. Avoid overmixing the batter after adding the flour, since this can make the loaf tough instead of tender. If the top is browning too fast before the center is done, loosely tent the loaf with foil for the last 10–15 minutes of baking. Allowing the bread to cool completely before slicing will give cleaner slices and a better texture, and the flavor often improves by the next day. Store leftover slices wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze individually wrapped pieces for longer storage.