Moist Banana Bread Recipe
This moist banana bread is easy to make and full of flavor. Made with ripe bananas, it’s soft, sweet, and perfect for breakfast or a snack. You can add chocolate chips, nuts, or cinnamon for extra flavor. Every bite is delicious and comforting
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk or regular milk
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the mashed bananas.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Ripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the better the flavor and moisture. Overripe bananas with brown spots are perfect for banana bread.
- Butter or Oil: You can substitute butter with vegetable oil for a slightly lighter texture, but butter adds more flavor.
- Add-ins: Feel free to add chocolate chips, walnuts, or dried fruit to personalize your banana bread.
- Storage: Store banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Moisture Tip: If your banana bread starts to dry out over time, lightly toast individual slices with a bit of butter for a deliciously warm treat.