Golden Moist Banana Bread That's Perfectly Irresistible
This Golden Moist Banana Bread is a delightful recipe featuring extra-ripe bananas, walnuts, and raisins, creating a soft, flavorful loaf that's perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 9×5-inch loaf pan
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Skillet
Ingredients
For the Bread
- 5.5 oz unsalted butter softened
- 2/3 cup sugar brown sugar recommended for moisture
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour or 1:1 gluten-free flour
- 1 tsp baking soda ensure freshness
- 1/2 tsp salt kosher salt can be used
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or almond extract for twist
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon adjust to taste
- 3-4 medium minutes extra-ripe bananas mashed
For the Mix-ins
- 1 cup walnuts roughly chopped, toasted for flavor
- 1/2 cup raisins can substitute with chocolate chips
Instructions
How to Make Golden Moist Banana Bread
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet for 3-4 minutes, until golden and fragrant, then cool before chopping.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar in a bowl using an electric mixer for 2-3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
- Mash the extra-ripe bananas in another bowl until mostly smooth, then combine with the butter and sugar mixture.
- Add the room temperature eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Incorporate the vanilla extract, toasted walnuts, and raisins into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For extra indulgence, serve warm with butter.