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Easy Moist Banana Bread Recipe

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This Easy Moist Banana Bread recipe is a classic homemade treat perfect for using up ripe bananas. It features a tender crumb and a rich banana flavor, made with simple pantry ingredients and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for breakfast, snack, or dessert, this banana bread is moist, sweet, and flavorful with a soft texture that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

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Banana Bread Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4×8 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
  3. Add Sugar, Egg, and Vanilla: Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until everything is evenly incorporated.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture, then gently fold in the all-purpose flour. Stir just until the flour is fully integrated; do not overmix to keep the bread tender.
  5. Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the Bread: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and moistness.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread light and fluffy.
  • Check doneness at around 55 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  • Feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and taste.

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