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Banana Bread Recipe: A Slice of Comfort in Every Bite

Banana Bread Recipe ; Sliced Banana Bread on a Rustic Plate
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A moist, flavorful, and incredibly easy banana bread recipe that will fill your home with comforting aromas and satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 bananas)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Mash bananas in a separate bowl and gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  6. Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  7. Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans, if using.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use overripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor. Learn more about working with sugar in baking.

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