Banana Banana Bread Recipe
This moist, rich banana bread is packed with bold banana flavor. Friends and family call it the best banana bread ever! Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert, and tastes incredible toasted.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup butter
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 2 ⅓ cups mashed overripe bananas
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar: In another large bowl, beat brown sugar and butter until smooth using an electric mixer.
- Add eggs and bananas: Stir in beaten eggs and mashed bananas until well blended.
- Combine wet and dry: Stir the banana mixture into the flour mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Pro Tips
- Use ripe bananas (yellow with brown spots) for maximum flavor.
- Mash bananas easily with a fork.
- Adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a handful of chopped walnuts or chocolate chips is a delicious variation!
How to Store
- Room temperature: Keep in an airtight container with paper towels above and below the bread, for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Wrap in plastic wrap and foil. Freeze whole or in slices for up to 4 months. Thaw overnight before serving.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 231 kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 35g
- Protein: 4g