Description
This moist and flavorful banana banana bread is a classic treat made with overripe bananas, brown sugar, and a tender crumb. Perfect as a breakfast snack or an afternoon delight, this easy-to-make bread offers a delightful balance of sweetness and a rich, buttery texture.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent the bread from sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir these dry ingredients together until evenly mixed.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the brown sugar and butter together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Eggs and Bananas: To the butter and sugar mixture, stir in the beaten eggs followed by the mashed overripe bananas. Mix until well blended and uniform in texture.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Slowly add the banana mixture to the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Transfer Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, remove it from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure a light, tender crumb.
- You can add nuts or chocolate chips for additional flavor and texture.
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of loaf)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
