Ultimate Banana Bread
Experience the perfect blend of flavor and moisture with our Ultimate Banana Bread recipe—a true classic elevated to perfection! This crowd-pleasing loaf is crafted with three ripe bananas for natural sweetness and richness, complemented by a hint of ground cinnamon for a warm, aromatic touch. Melted butter and Greek yogurt (or sour cream) ensure a tender, moist crumb, while a combination of granulated and brown sugar creates just the right balance of sweetness. Whether you choose to fold in chopped walnuts for crunch or chocolate chips for a touch of indulgence, this one-bowl wonder comes together effortlessly, making it perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. Ready in just over an hour, this banana bread is ideal for breakfast, a midday snack, or as a comforting dessert. Bake up this foolproof recipe and enjoy a slice of homemade perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 0.5 cup 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 large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth. You should have about 1 to 1.25 cups of mashed banana.
Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas until well combined.
Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Whisk until fully incorporated.
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the Greek yogurt or sour cream to add moisture and richness. If using, gently stir in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing 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 or with a few crumbs. Start checking at the 50-minute mark to prevent overbaking.
Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Slice, serve, and enjoy the Ultimate Banana Bread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3878 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 189.9 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.6 g | 353% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 636 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 2653 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 500.6 g | 182% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 256.8 g | ||
| Protein | 74.4 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 2628 mg | 56% | |
*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.
