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Easy Moist Banana Bread Recipe

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This Easy Moist Banana Bread recipe delivers a soft, flavorful loaf perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with ripe bananas, melted butter, sugar, and a few simple pantry ingredients, it is straightforward to prepare and yields a tender, moist texture. The gentle mixing and baking produce a classic sweet bread with a rich banana aroma and just the right crumb.

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 oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature when the batter is ready.
  2. Prepare the pan: Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow easy removal of the bread.
  3. Mash bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly with a fork until smooth and creamy, which will be the base of the batter.
  4. Add melted butter: Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas until fully incorporated, adding richness and moisture.
  5. Mix sugar, egg, and vanilla: Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture, mixing well to combine all the wet ingredients uniformly.
  6. Add dry ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture, stirring gently to distribute without overworking the batter.
  7. Incorporate flour: Add the all-purpose flour and stir just until the flour disappears. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb in the bread.
  8. Pour batter into pan: Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula for uniform baking.
  9. Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
  10. Cool briefly: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set and make it easier to handle.
  11. Cool completely: Transfer the banana bread onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing, preventing crumbly pieces and allowing flavors to develop.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep the bread tender.
  • You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture if desired.
  • Store banana bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Keywords: banana bread, moist banana bread, easy banana bread, homemade banana bread, classic banana bread

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