Moist Banana Bread
Indulge in the timeless comfort of Moist Banana Bread, a foolproof recipe that yields a perfectly tender loaf every time. Made with three naturally sweet ripe bananas, a touch of brown sugar for a caramel undertone, and melted butter for rich flavor, this banana bread is irresistibly soft and flavorful. The key to its signature moist texture lies in the careful balance of wholesome ingredients like whole milk and vanilla extract, combined and mixed ever so gently to avoid overworking the batter. Customize your loaf by folding in chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or both for an extra layer of indulgence. With a quick 15-minute prep time and a heavenly aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes, this easy banana bread recipe is ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or enjoy it straight out of the pan—this classic treat never disappoints.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 0.5 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk to the bananas. Whisk until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula. Mix until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to ensure a moist texture.
If desired, fold in the chopped nuts or chocolate chips at this stage.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your moist banana bread with a pat of butter, a drizzle of honey, or just on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3764 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.4 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.5 g | 418% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 638 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 2643 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 536.2 g | 195% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 295.1 g | ||
| Protein | 57.1 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2472 mg | 53% | |
*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.
