Instructions

1. 1
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8.5x4.5-inch loaf pan generously.
2. 2
   In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until completely smooth.
3. 3
   Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas until fully combined.
4. 4
   Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
5. 5
   Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir in.
6. 6
   Add the flour last, folding gently with a spatula until just combined and no dry pockets remain.
7. 7
   Stir in nuts if desired.
8. 8
   Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan.
9. 9
   Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. 10
    Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.