Description
Discover the ultimate banana bread recipe with step‑by‑step instructions, pro tips, storage advice, and FAQs. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all‑purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ½ cups)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5‑inch loaf pan.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar; stir until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in mashed bananas, vanilla extract, and yogurt until fully incorporated.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55‑65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- For extra caramelized crust, sprinkle a thin layer of brown sugar on top before baking. Substitute half the butter with melted coconut oil for a subtle tropical flavor. Use gluten‑free flour blend for a gluten‑free version.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx 1/12 loaf)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Keywords: Banana Bread