Description
This ultra-moist banana bread hits the perfect balance of sweet, soft, and slightly nutty. Made with ripe bananas, a touch of cinnamon, and optional walnuts or chocolate chips, every bite is cozy and comforting.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar (reduce to ½ cup for less sweetness)
2 large eggs, room temperature
3 very ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ½ cups)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt (for moistness)
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Prepare & Preheat: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs: Beat in eggs one at a time until well incorporated.
Add Bananas and Vanilla: Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
Add Sour Cream/Yogurt: Mix in sour cream or yogurt until fully combined.
Combine Wet & Dry: Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently — do not overmix.
Add Nuts (Optional): Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans if using.
Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool & Serve: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm, with butter or honey if desired.
Notes
Bananas: Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
Overmixing Tip: Don’t overmix — it can cause dense bread. Gently fold just until combined.
Customize: Swap nuts with chocolate chips, dried fruit, or shredded coconut.
Dairy-Free Option: Use plant-based yogurt and oil instead of butter for a dairy-free version.
Fruit Variation: Add blueberries or strawberries for a fruity twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60–70 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
