Allison's Banana Bread

Experience the ultimate comfort in every bite with Allison's Banana Bread, a moist and flavorful classic that's perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a touch of cinnamon for a subtle warmth, while a duo of brown and granulated sugars enhances its caramel-like richness. The addition of Greek yogurt or sour cream ensures a tender crumb, and optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts or chocolate chips add extra texture and flavor. Quick to prepare with only 15 minutes of prep time, this easy banana bread bakes to golden perfection in just over an hour. Whether you enjoy it fresh out of the oven or toasted the next day, this foolproof, homemade banana bread is guaranteed to become a family favorite. Perfect for using up overripe bananas and irresistibly delicious, it's a recipe you'll reach for again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.33 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter (if not already softened) and stir it into the mashed bananas.

Step 4

Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Whisk together until well combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the Greek yogurt (or sour cream) to ensure the batter stays moist.

Step 8

If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the greased or lined loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 11

Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Step 12

Transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1203.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3369.0

Total Fat 141.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 498.6mg	0%
Sodium 2638.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 484.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.6g	0%
Total Sugars 242.5g
Protein 71.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 337.3mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 2561.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.4%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 55.5%