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Best Moist Banana Bread That Will Make Your Mornings Shine

This Best Moist Banana Bread is a deliciously soft and golden treat, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3-4 pieces very ripe bananas Use heavily speckled or blackened bananas.
  • 2 pieces eggs Help bind the ingredients.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter or coconut oil Substitute with dairy-free oil for vegan option.
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar Can substitute with regular sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Whole wheat or gluten-free versions can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent for rising.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Optional for added warmth.
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Optional for texture.
Optional Topping
  • 1 tablespoon sugar For a crackly crust on top.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Fork or Potato Masher
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash 3 to 4 very ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth with a few lumps.
  3. Combine mashed bananas with 2 eggs, 1/3 cup melted butter, 3/4 cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla; mix well.
  4. Gently stir in 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Fold in 1/2 cup walnuts or chocolate chips if using.
  6. Pour batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing. Great for freezing and sharing!

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