Description
Indulge in the ultimate Banana Bread Recipe that transforms ripe bananas into a moist, tender loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this banana bread is not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Whether you enjoy it fresh from the oven, toasted with butter, or topped with your favorite nut butter or jam, this delightful treat promises to become a staple in your kitchen. The rich flavor and soft crumb will leave your taste buds craving more!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 to 4 ripe bananas (mashed, about 1 ¼ cups)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or a mix of brown sugar)
- 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1/3 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8½ x 4½ inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until slightly chunky.
- Stir in sugar, eggs, melted butter, sour cream, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for about 15 minutes in the pan before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg