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Easy Moist Banana Bread

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A simple, forgiving banana bread recipe that yields a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for beginners and busy bakers alike.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas
  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some lumps remaining.
  3. Stir in the granulated sugar and softened butter into the mashed bananas until evenly combined.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring gently after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  7. Fold in any optional mix-ins like walnuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit if using.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Start checking at 50 minutes.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense bread. Use ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture. Let the bread cool before slicing to prevent gummy texture. Tent with foil if browning too fast but not cooked inside.

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