The Best Classic Banana Bread

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add melted butter and stir until well combined.

Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Mix until fully incorporated.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.