Description

Discover the ultimate Best Moist Banana Bread Recipe that will elevate your baking game! This delightful banana bread is incredibly fluffy and moist, thanks to the addition of sour cream. With a perfect balance of sweetness and rich banana flavor, it’s ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Whether you enjoy it plain or with your favorite toppings, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Customize it with nuts or spices for a personal touch, and enjoy leftovers that freeze beautifully for future indulgence.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup butter (softened)
1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 and 1/2 medium bananas)
1 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats (blended into powder)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
1/8 teaspoon cloves (optional)
1/2 to 3/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
Toast chopped nuts on a baking sheet for about 5–7 minutes until fragrant.
In a bowl or stand mixer, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix well.
Mash ripe bananas and blend them into the mixture.
Combine dry ingredients: flour, oat powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; then add to wet ingredients.
Gently fold in sour cream and toasted nuts if using.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55–65 minutes.
Let cool before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg