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Easy Moist Banana Bread Recipe

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This Easy Moist Banana Bread recipe creates a soft, flavorful loaf perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with ripe bananas, melted butter, and simple pantry ingredients, this classic banana bread is quick to prepare and yields a tender, moist crumb with a rich banana flavor.

Ingredients

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Banana Bread Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the banana bread.
  2. Prepare Pan: Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  3. Mash Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until you achieve a smooth, creamy texture.
  4. Add Butter: Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas until fully combined, creating a moist base.
  5. Add Sugar, Egg, and Vanilla: Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract evenly to incorporate sweetness and flavor.
  6. Add Baking Soda and Salt: Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture, then gently stir to distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
  7. Add Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and stir just until the flour disappears into the batter—avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  8. Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  9. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool in Pan: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes to allow it to firm up slightly.
  11. Cool Completely: Transfer the banana bread to a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing to ensure clean cuts and best texture.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the sweetest and most flavorful bread.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added; overmixing can result in a tough texture.
  • Check the bread at 50 minutes to avoid overbaking; baking times can vary depending on your oven.
  • Store leftover banana bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra texture and flavor.

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