Description
Indulge in the ultimate Banana Bread Recipe that captures the essence of comfort with every bite. This moist, tender loaf is a simple yet satisfying way to use up ripe bananas. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert, it’s a versatile treat that pleases everyone. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a delicious banana bread that’s sure to become a family favorite. Customize it with nuts or chocolate chips for an extra touch of flair. Get ready to bake and enjoy the delightful aroma of freshly baked banana bread wafting through your kitchen!
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 1¼ cups)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and 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, then mix in sugar, eggs, melted butter, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg