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Simply Perfect Banana Bread Recipe


  • Author: Elsa
  • Total Time: 70 mins
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Very Easy Banana Bread recipe captures the classic charm of the Betty Crocker Banana Bread Recipe, combining ripe bananas, Greek yogurt, and a hint of vanilla for a moist and flavorful loaf that evokes nostalgia with every bite.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 to 4 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ¼ cups)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1/3 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mash bananas and mix with butter, sugar, and eggs until well combined.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream or yogurt.
  5. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients, avoid overmixing.
  6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan, smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 50-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for best flavor and moisture.
  • Consider adding nuts or chocolate chips for a variation.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to maintain a moist texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 60 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 210 kcal
  • Sugar: 14 g
  • Sodium: 220 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg

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