Vanilla Banana Bread
Elevate your banana bread game with this irresistibly moist and flavorful Vanilla Banana Bread! Packed with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and enhanced by the warm, aromatic notes of pure vanilla extract, this classic quick bread strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and indulgence. The combination of granulated and brown sugars adds depth of flavor, while a splash of milk ensures a tender crumb. This easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in the oven, filling your kitchen with a heavenly aroma. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or pair it with your morning coffee for a comforting treat that’s perfect any time of the day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
Melt the unsalted butter and add it to the mashed bananas. Stir to combine.
Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix well until completely combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently but thoroughly until just combined.
Add milk to the batter and stir until smooth, taking care not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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.
Serve slices plain, with a smear of butter, or alongside your favorite coffee or tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2562 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.1 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 502 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 3083 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 470.0 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 246.6 g | ||
| Protein | 43.7 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1853 mg | 39% | |
*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.
