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Moist Banana Bread Recipe

Moist Banana Bread Recipe

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This Moist Banana Bread Recipe is a delightful blend of sweet, ripe bananas and comforting flavors that will warm your heart. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or as a shared treat with friends, this banana bread boasts a rich texture and incredible moisture thanks to the use of ripe bananas and butter (or vegetable oil). With its simple ingredients and easy preparation method, you can whip up this classic loaf in no time. Plus, feel free to customize it with nuts or chocolate chips for added flavor!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (or vegetable oil)
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ⅓ cups mashed bananas (about 4 small bananas)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×4-inch loaf pan by greasing and flouring it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the bananas until smooth and set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Cream together softened butter and both sugars until light and fluffy using a hand mixer.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  6. Combine the mashed bananas with the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
  7. Gradually add dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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