Easy Moist Banana Bread

🖋️ Written by Emma

Why Make This Recipe

Easy Moist Banana Bread is a delightful treat that everyone can enjoy. It’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. With its rich banana flavor and soft texture, this banana bread is hard to resist. It’s also a great way to use up those overripe bananas sitting on your counter. Additionally, it’s an easy recipe that doesn’t require special skills, making it a perfect baking project for beginners.

How to Make Easy Moist Banana Bread

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 large egg (beaten)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
3. In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
4. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
5. Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is evenly blended.
6. Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir gently.
7. Add the flour and stir just until the flour disappears—do not overmix.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
9. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
11. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

How to Serve Easy Moist Banana Bread

You can serve Easy Moist Banana Bread warm or at room temperature. It’s delicious on its own, but you can also spread some butter or cream cheese on top for extra flavor. For a special treat, serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

How to Store Easy Moist Banana Bread

To keep your banana bread fresh, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or foil. You can store it at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, place the wrapped bread in the freezer. It will stay good for about 2 to 3 months. When you are ready to enjoy it, simply let it thaw at room temperature.

Tips to Make Easy Moist Banana Bread

• Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
• Do not overmix the batter, as this can lead to tough banana bread.
• If you want a little crunch, add nuts or chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
• Let the banana bread cool completely before slicing to prevent it from becoming crumbly.

Variation

For a different twist, you can add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter. You can also substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen bananas?
Yes, frozen bananas work well! Just thaw them before mashing.

2. How do I know when the banana bread is done?
Insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, it’s done.

3. Can I make banana bread without eggs?
Yes, you can use a flaxseed meal or applesauce as an egg substitute.

Now you’re ready to bake your own Easy Moist Banana Bread! Enjoy the process and the delicious result!

Easy Moist Banana Bread

This easy moist banana bread is a delightful treat that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, featuring rich banana flavor and a soft texture.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas (mashed) Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 large egg (beaten) Can substitute with flaxseed meal or applesauce.
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute half of the flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
3. In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
4. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
5. Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is evenly blended.
6. Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir gently.
7. Add the flour and stir just until the flour disappears—do not overmix.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.

Baking

1. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
3. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For serving, spread butter or cream cheese on top for extra flavor. It's delicious warm or at room temperature, and for a special treat, serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. To store, wrap tightly in plastic wrap or foil at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for 2 to 3 months.