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Best Ever Classic Moist Banana Bread Recipe

Best Ever Classic Moist Banana Bread Recipe

This classic moist banana bread recipe produces an incredibly tender and flavorful loaf that stays moist for days. It uses simple pantry ingredients and ripe bananas to create a perfectly balanced bread that can be customized with additions like chocolate chips or nuts. This reliable recipe works every time and is great for both experienced bakers and beginners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs, large
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3-4 medium bananas (or 2 large bananas)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 2 8x4 bread pans
  • hand mixer or standing mixer
  • Medium bowl
  • fork
  • wire rack
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line two 8x4 bread pans with parchment paper (or grease well with butter or baking spray).
  2. In a medium sized bowl, use a fork to mash the bananas until they are well mashed with small bits of banana pieces for texture. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, use a hand mixer or standing mixer to cream the butter and sugar together.
  4. Once combined, add in the eggs. Cream the mixture until well combined.
  5. Next, add in the flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until combined.
  6. Lastly, add in the mashed bananas and the vanilla extract. Mix until all the bananas have been incorporated into the batter.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the two bread pans and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the top is puffed, brown, and a cake tester comes out clean when inserted in the center.
  8. Allow the bread to cool for about 5-10 minutes in the pan, then remove the banana bread from the loaf pans and allow them to continue cooling on a wire rack.
  9. Serve warm, room temperature, or cold. Spread a little butter on top for extra flavor.

Notes

Use ripe, speckled bananas for best flavor. Don't overmix the batter after adding flour to avoid tough bread. Test doneness with a cake tester. Allow to cool in pan before transferring to rack. Can be customized with chocolate chips, nuts, or cinnamon.