RICH BANANA BREAD
This Rich Banana Bread is moist, tender, and packed with deep banana flavor. Made with ripe bananas, butter, and warm spices, it's a comforting classic that’s perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup sour cream for extra moisture, optional
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Step No.1: Preheat and Prepare the Pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
Step No.2: Mash the Bananas
- In a large bowl, mash ripe bananas until smooth. Add melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.
Step No.3: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Step No.4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture. Stir in sour cream and walnuts or chocolate chips, if using.
Step No.5: Bake the Banana Bread
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step No.6: Cool and Serve
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Best Bananas: Use overripe bananas with dark spots for maximum sweetness.
- Moist Texture: Adding sour cream makes the bread extra rich and tender.
- Storage: Store at room temperature for 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Chocolate Banana Bread: Add ½ cup cocoa powder for a deep chocolate flavor.
- Nutty Banana Bread: Stir in pecans or almonds for crunch.