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Moist Banana Bread

Moist Banana Bread That Everyone Will Want to Slice

This Moist Banana Bread is a delightful balance of tenderness and banana flavor, perfect for snacks or breakfast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3-4 pieces Very Ripe Bananas Ensure they’re overripe for maximum natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 2 pieces Eggs Bind all the ingredients together while providing necessary structure.
  • ½ cup Melted Butter or Coconut Oil Adds richness; coconut oil makes it dairy-free if desired.
  • ¾ cup Brown Sugar Sweetens the bread and offers depth; can be replaced with white sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; omit only if you must.
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour Gives structure; swap with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing and enhancing flavors.
  • ½ teaspoon Cinnamon (optional) A warm spice that adds depth.
Optional Add-Ins
  • ½ cup Chopped Walnuts Provides a delightful crunch and flavor.
  • ½ cup Chocolate Chips For an indulgent touch, perfect for chocolate lovers.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • fork
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Moist Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash 3-4 very ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth, leaving some small chunks for texture.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: Add 2 eggs, ½ cup melted butter or coconut oil, ¾ cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir until blended.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ¼ teaspoon salt, and if desired, ½ teaspoon cinnamon.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. If desired, fold in ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 55-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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