Ultimate Moist Banana Bread Recipe for Your Ripe Bananas
This ultimate moist banana bread recipe is a comforting treat that's perfect for using up ripe bananas.
Equipment
- - Loaf pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- - Fork
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 4 large Mashed Very Ripe Banana
- 1 cup Cane Sugar or Brown Sugar Brown sugar enhances the flavor.
- 1/2 cup Melted Butter or Vegetable Oil Applesauce can be a lighter substitute.
- 2 large Eggs Adds moisture.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla works best.
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent.
- 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Balances sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to your taste.
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Add warmth.
- 1 cup Chopped Walnuts Can substitute with pecans or chocolate chips.
Instructions
How to Make Moist Banana Bread
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x4 or 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Whisk in sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, sea salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in any mix-ins like walnuts or chocolate chips gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Optionally, add extra walnuts on top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick after 50 minutes.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve warm with a pat of butter for an extra treat. Store in an airtight container to maintain moisture.