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Easy Banana Bread

This Classic Banana Bread Recipe is a timeless favorite that's perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Made with ripe bananas, warm spices, and a hint of vanilla, this bread is moist, tender, and loaded with flavor.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Bread, Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: banana bread, easy banana bread
Servings: 12
Calories: 231kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 bananas ripe, mashed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • cup butter unsalted, softened
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉. Generously grease a loaf pan or spray it with cooking spray. I used a 12x4.5 inch loaf pan, but a regular size loaf pan will work as well.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with either a fork or a potato masher.
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  • Add the rest of the ingredients together and mix with a whisk. Use a spatula to scrape down the sides if needed.
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  • Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes to one hour, or until you insert a toothpick in the center and it comes out clean.
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  • Cool for a few minutes in the pan, then let it come to room temperature on a cooling rack. Cut into slices and serve.

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Notes

  1. Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more moist your bread will be.
  2. Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough and dense bread. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  3. Add mix-ins like nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits for added texture and flavor.
  4. Let the bread cool completely before slicing. Cutting into a hot loaf can cause it to crumble or fall apart.
  5. Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 188mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 227IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg