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Easy Moist Banana Bread

Easy Moist Banana Bread That Will Brighten Your Day

Easy Moist Banana Bread is a delightful and tender treat made effortlessly in one bowl.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper caramel notes.
  • 2-3 pieces Overripe Bananas Use fully brown bananas for best results.
  • 2 large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • ¼ cup Milk Can be replaced with buttermilk or non-dairy milk.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional for a simpler taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Reduce to ¼ teaspoon if using salted butter.
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour Can swap for whole wheat flour for a nutritious variation.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it’s fresh for optimal rising.
For the Optional Add-ins
  • ½ cup Chopped Walnuts Can be omitted or swapped with chocolate chips.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Cream together the softened unsalted butter and sugar using a hand mixer or wooden spoon.
  3. Add mashed overripe bananas, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract to the mixture and stir gently.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt before mixing it into the banana mixture.
  5. Fold in the optional add-ins if desired.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 55–65 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas with plenty of brown spots for best results. Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.

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