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Best Moist Banana Bread Recipe

Best Moist Banana Bread Recipe

Indulge in the delightful experience of baking the Best Moist Banana Bread Recipe, a fluffy and flavorful treat that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack. This recipe stands out thanks to the addition of sour cream, ensuring each slice is rich in moisture and texture. With a harmonious blend of ripe bananas and optional nuts, this banana bread is sure to please everyone in your household. Whether enjoyed warm with butter or shared at gatherings, it’s an easy-to-make classic that invites creativity through customization.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 and 1/2 medium bananas)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats (powdered)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 & 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Optional: nuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a loaf pan.
  2. Cream softened butter with sugars until fluffy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla; mix thoroughly.
  4. Combine mashed bananas with the mixture.
  5. Blend dry ingredients separately; fold into wet ingredients.
  6. Incorporate sour cream gently.
  7. If desired, add toasted nuts and spices.
  8. Pour batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 55–65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Allow cooling on a rack before slicing.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 70g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Toasting nuts enhances their flavor; do this before adding them to the batter.

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