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Moist Banana Bread Recipe

Moist Banana Bread Recipe

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This Moist Banana Bread Recipe is a delightful treat that brings a burst of flavor and comfort to any occasion. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert, this banana bread is tender, rich, and irresistibly sweet. Made with ripe bananas and a blend of sugars, it strikes the ideal balance of moisture and sweetness in each slice. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite. Enjoy the warm aroma wafting through your home as you bake this classic comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (or vegetable oil)
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ⅓ cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 small bananas)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×4-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash the bananas until smooth and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Cream butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  6. Stir in the mashed bananas until combined.
  7. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just mixed.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45–60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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