Here’s a Moist Banana Bread recipe that’s rich, flavorful, and easy to make:
Moist Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream or Greek yogurt (for moisture)
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- Mash bananas in a large bowl.
- Mix in melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla.
- Add sour cream, then stir until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined—don’t overmix.
- Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center
- comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Would you like a version with gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan alternatives?