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Moist banana bread sliced on a wooden table with bananas

Moist Banana Bread

A delightful treat combining ripe bananas for a sweet flavor and tender texture. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Choose very soft, spotted, or browned for optimal sweetness
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Using 3/4 cup sugar plus 1/4 cup brown sugar introduces a deeper flavor
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted Substitute with neutral oil for a dairy-free option
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional but enhances aroma
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can try 1 cup whole wheat combined with 1 cup all-purpose for a nuttier flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and mix well.
  4. Stir in the granulated sugar (and brown sugar, if using) until combined.
  5. Add the beaten eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  6. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for about 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

Moist Banana Bread can be served warm or at room temperature. Best enjoyed plain or with butter, cream cheese, or nut butter. Pairs well with coffee or tea.

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