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Moist Banana Bread Recipe

This Moist Banana Bread Recipe is truly the best ever banana bread you can make with simple ingredients. Soft, rich, and incredibly tender, it’s one of those sweet treats easy to make that never fails. Keep this recipe in your collection of favorite cake recipes and best dessert recipes for a guaranteed hit every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 very ripe bananas mashed
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a loaf pan.
  2. Mash bananas in a bowl.
  3. Add melted butter, sugars, eggs, vanilla, and sour cream. Mix well.
  4. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Combine dry and wet ingredients gently.
  6. Pour batter into pan.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes.
  8. Cool before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for best results.
Do not overmix the batter.
Add nuts or chocolate chips if desired.