Moist Banana Bread Loaf
Indulge in the comforting aroma of a freshly baked Moist Banana Bread Loaf that brings back delightful memories. This easy-to-make recipe transforms ripe bananas into a soft, sweet loaf perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. With its golden crust and customizable options, it’s sure to become your favorite go-to treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (about 1.5 cups mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but slightly chunky.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter and sugar; mix well. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Fold the mashed bananas into the wet mixture until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the banana mixture until no dry pockets remain.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts to the batter. Store leftover banana bread wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to three days or freeze slices for longer storage.