Description
Indulge in this Moist Banana Bread Recipe, a perfect blend of ripe bananas and simple ingredients that creates a tender loaf ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack. This delightful treat boasts incredible moisture and flavor, making it an irresistible option for any occasion. Customize your banana bread by adding nuts, chocolate chips, or spices to suit your taste preferences. Easy to make and healthy, it’s a guilt-free snack that can be enjoyed throughout the day!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter (or vegetable oil)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ⅓ cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 small bananas)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×4-inch loaf pan.
- Mash the bananas until smooth; set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Cream softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- Mix in mashed bananas, then gently combine dry ingredients until just mixed—do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45 to 60 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow cooling before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg