Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy and moist Banana Bread Recipe. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a delicious loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This quick recipe yields a tender crumb and rich banana flavor, making it an ideal way to use up overripe bananas. Whether enjoyed warm with butter or as a base for French toast, this banana bread is sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, it’s customizable—add nuts or chocolate chips for an extra treat! Bake a loaf today and savor the delightful aroma that fills your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3–4 ripe bananas (mashed, about 1 ¼ cups)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1/3 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8½ x 4½ inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth (some chunks are okay).
- Mix in sugar, eggs, melted butter, sour cream, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for about 15-20 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg