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Slice of moist banana bread showing a soft crumb and golden-brown crust on a plate

Moist Banana Bread

Moist Banana Bread is a tender, flavorful loaf with a soft texture and rich banana taste. It is an easy homemade bake perfect for breakfast, snacks, or sharing with family and friends.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the oven to 350°F / 175°C and prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan by greasing it or adding parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl using a fork until mostly smooth.
  3. Mix the melted butter into the mashed bananas until fully incorporated.
  4. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture and stir until combined.
  5. Add the baking soda and salt, then mix gently to distribute the dry ingredients.
  6. Stir in the all-purpose flour just until no dry flour remains, avoiding overmixing.
Baking
  1. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface evenly.
  2. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, checking that a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Leave the loaf in the pan for 10 minutes to cool slightly.
  4. Move the banana bread to a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best moisture and banana flavor.