Description
Indulge in the ultimate Banana Bread Recipe that promises a moist, soft crumb and delightful flavor. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert—making it an ideal way to use up ripe bananas. In just a few simple steps, you can create a delicious loaf that will impress your family and friends at brunch or cozy nights at home. With its warm aroma filling your kitchen, this banana bread will quickly become a beloved staple in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 to 4 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or 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 your oven to 350°F. Grease an 8½ x 4½ inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until slightly chunky.
- Mix in sugar, eggs, melted butter, sour cream, and vanilla extract into the mashed bananas.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg