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Foolproof Banana Bread Recipe | Easy Moist Homemade Classic Dessert

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Whip up the ultimate moist banana bread! Ripe mashed bananas, melted butter, and brown sugar create a heavenly, foolproof homemade treat. Easy steps, full nutrition.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 very ripe medium bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher. Stir in the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, beaten eggs, and vanilla bean paste until well combined.
  3. Step 3: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure they are evenly distributed.
  4. Step 4: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture, mixing with a spoon or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this can result in tough banana bread. A few lumps are perfectly fine.
  5. Step 5: Pour the banana bread batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Step 6: Let the banana bread cool in the loaf pan for 10-15 minutes before carefully removing it and transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • To keep your banana bread wonderfully moist for longer, wrap it tightly and freeze individual slices for up to 3 months; simply thaw at room temperature or warm gently.
  • For a comforting treat, warm a slice in the microwave for 15-30 seconds or toast it lightly to bring out its fragrant aroma and tender crumb.
  • Elevate your experience by serving a warm slice with a dollop of cream cheese frosting, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of warm honey.
  • The key to this recipe's irresistible moisture and deep banana flavor is using truly *very* ripe bananas – the more brown spots (or even fully brown peel), the better!

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