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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
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Stir in the melted butter until well combined. Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is evenly blended.
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Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir gently.
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Add the flour and stir just until the flour disappears—do not overmix.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
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Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.