Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy and moist Banana Bread Recipe. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon snacks, or dessert, this delightful treat transforms overripe bananas into a soft and tender loaf that’s bursting with flavor. With just a few simple ingredients and quick preparation, you can enjoy the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked banana bread in your home. Customize it with nuts or chocolate chips to suit your taste! This recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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
2 large eggs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
1/3 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8½ x 4½ inch loaf pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but slightly chunky.
Stir in the sugar, eggs, melted butter, sour cream, and vanilla until well combined.
Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Allow cooling for about 15-20 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 170mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg