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Super Moist Banana Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 10 slices)
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Super Moist Banana Bread recipe yields a delightfully soft and flavorful loaf, perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with ripe bananas, brown sugar, and optional walnuts or chocolate chips, it delivers a moist texture enhanced by the buttery richness and a subtle cinnamon touch. Easy to prepare and bake, it’s a classic comfort food that appeals to all ages.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)

Dry Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional for extra flavor)

Optional Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the mashed ripe bananas and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon (if using) to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture alternately with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined—avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  5. Add Optional Mix-ins: Gently fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips if you desire some crunch or extra flavor.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy as a moist and delicious treat.

Notes

  • The use of very ripe bananas ensures maximum flavor and moisture.
  • If you don’t have buttermilk, regular milk can be used as a substitute.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the bread light and tender.
  • You can substitute brown sugar with white granulated sugar, but brown sugar adds more moisture and depth of flavor.
  • For a nuttier texture, try toasting the walnuts before adding them to the batter.
  • Store banana bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate to extend freshness.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/super-moist-banana-bread-recipe/