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Moist Banana Bread

Moist Banana Bread: The Ultimate Comfort Snack You’ll Love

Moist Banana Bread is a delightful treat, perfect for breakfast or snacks, using overripe bananas for a comforting experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 medium Ripe Bananas Use nicely spotted for maximum flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can substitute with oil or applesauce.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar White sugar can substitute.
  • 2 large Eggs Can replace with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, use almond or coconut flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Plain yogurt or buttermilk are great substitutes.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 3/4 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans add crunch.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips For a sweeter, indulgent twist.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mash 4 medium or 3 large ripe bananas in a mixing bowl.
  3. Cream together ½ cup of softened butter and 1 cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add 2 large eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Gently fold the mashed bananas into the wet mixture.
  6. Whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt in a separate bowl.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until combined.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This moist banana bread is perfect for breakfast or as a snack, and it can be customized with nuts or chocolate chips.

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