The Best Banana Bread No Kidding
Indulge in the ultimate comfort baking experience with "The Best Banana Bread No Kidding"—a moist, flavorful treat that's truly no joke! This easy banana bread recipe combines the natural sweetness of three ripe bananas with the rich creaminess of melted butter and the perfect balance of granulated and brown sugars. The addition of plain yogurt or sour cream ensures a soft, tender crumb, while optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts or chocolate chips take it to the next level. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and 60 minutes of baking, this crowd-pleasing loaf is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert. Whether you enjoy it plain or slathered with butter, this banana bread is a guaranteed favorite for all occasions. Discover the secret to perfectly moist banana bread today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 120 grams plain yogurt or sour cream
- 75 grams chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.
Melt the unsalted butter and let it cool slightly, then add it to the mashed bananas along with granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
Fold in the plain yogurt or sour cream to create a rich, moist batter. If desired, gently fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer the banana bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve as-is or with a spread of butter or cream cheese. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.3 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.5 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 638 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 2660 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 500.0 g | 182% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 255.7 g | ||
| Protein | 59.8 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 372 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2463 mg | 52% | |
*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.
