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BEST BANANA BREAD EVER

Best Banana Bread Ever: Moist Bliss in Every Bite

Discover the Best Banana Bread Ever with its moist texture and rich flavor, perfect for any breakfast table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it is fresh
  • ½ cup butter can be replaced with oil for dairy-free
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar reduce slightly for less sweetness
  • ½ cup sour cream can substitute with plain yogurt
  • 2 medium eggs or use flax eggs for vegan
  • 3 medium bananas overripe for maximum flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure vanilla for richer taste
  • ¼ cup brown sugar light or dark is fine
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional for flavor
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 cup chopped nuts pecans or walnuts optional
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar for drizzling on top

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking soda until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine ½ cup melted butter, ¾ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup sour cream, 2 beaten eggs, 3 mashed bananas, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gently pour the banana mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together ¼ cup brown sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and sprinkle over the batter, swirling gently.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 65-70 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle with powdered sugar glaze if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum sweetness, use ripe bananas with lots of brown spots. Avoid over-mixing to maintain a light texture.

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