Make sure you have all the required ingredients ready on your kitchen counter.

Cream together the softened butter and sugar until they are well combined.

Add in the mashed very ripe bananas and eggs, mixing them into the butter-sugar mixture.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and sugar.

Gradually add the dry ingredients mix to the batter, stirring gently until well incorporated.

If desired, stir in the optional walnuts or raisins for added flavor and texture.

Prepare a loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Preheat your oven to the recommended temperature as per the recipe.

Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

Bake the banana bread for the specified time indicated in the recipe.

To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf; if it comes out clean, the bread is ready.

Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for a few minutes.

Transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.

Once cooled, slice the banana bread and serve it.

Enjoy your homemade banana bread as a delightful breakfast, a delicious dessert, or share it with your loved ones.

Experiment with different variations such as adding chocolate chips or dried fruit to customize the flavor according to your preference.