Making Classic Banana Bread is straightforward if you follow these steps closely:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4×8 inch loaf pan.
2. Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
3. Mix Butter: Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
4. Add Baking Soda and Salt: Mix in the baking soda and salt until well combined.
5. Incorporate Sugar: Add the sugar and mix until fully integrated.
6. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
7. Stir in Flour: Gently mix in the flour until just combined. Do not overmix.
8. Add Optional Ingredients: If desired, fold in the chopped nuts and/or chocolate chips.
9. Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan.
10. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

These steps will guide you to create a delightful loaf of Classic Banana Bread effortlessly!