Description
Discover the secret to baking ultra-moist banana bread with our easy-to-follow recipe. Learn essential tips to achieve the perfect texture and irresistible flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (1 stick or 115g) unsalted butter softened at room temperature
- 1/4 cup (50 g) white granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 g) dark brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 4 (about 1 1/3 cup (320 ml)) medium ripe bananas mashed
- 1 3/4 cups (224 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda
- 1/2 tsp (3 ml) salt
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) additional add-ins (optional ) chopped nuts, dried fruits, or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Set your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and lightly coat your loaf pan with grease. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Using an electric mixer with a paddle attachment or a whisk, cream the butter with both sugars on medium speed for roughly 3 minutes, until the mixture becomes airy and light.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully blended before moving on. Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Gradually integrate the dry ingredients, mixing just until everything is combined, taking care not to overdo it. Gently fold in any optional add-ins like nuts, dried fruits, or chocolate chips with a rubber spatula.
- Transfer the batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Take it out of the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Move to a wire rack, slice, and savor!
Notes
- Ensure the butter is at room temperature for a light, airy batter.
- Mash bananas until smooth for even moisture throughout the loaf.
- Fold in add-ins gently to prevent a dense texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 20g
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