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Easy Rich Banana Bread

A simple and moist banana bread recipe that is rich in flavor, perfect for cozy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 medium very ripe bananas, mashed until mostly smooth
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter or neutral oil
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar for depth for best flavor
  • 2 large eggs, at room temp if possible
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon adds warmth and flavor
  • 1/4 cup sour cream for extra tenderness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5 loaf pan or line with parchment.
  2. In a bowl, mash the bananas. Whisk in melted butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
  3. In a second bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Fold the dry mix into the wet mixture just until no flour streaks remain. If using sour cream, fold it in gently now.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 55 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  6. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then move to a rack to finish cooling. Slice when warm, not hot.

Notes

Wrap the banana bread tightly in plastic wrap after cooling. It stays moist for 2 to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze in slices for up to 3 months.