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Banana Bread Recipe Easy Homemade Loaf with Extra Moist Crumb

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This easy banana bread recipe yields a super moist, tender loaf packed with bold banana flavor and nostalgic comfort. Simple pantry ingredients and a touch of yogurt ensure a soft crumb that stays fresh for days.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until mostly smooth with a few small lumps remaining.
  3. Whisk in the melted butter, yogurt, egg, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
  5. Pour the dry ingredients into the banana mixture. Gently fold together with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in any optional mix-ins (nuts, chocolate chips, or blueberries) if desired.
  7. Scrape the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. For a decorative finish, slice an extra banana lengthwise and lay on top, or sprinkle with raw sugar.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For best flavor, use very ripe bananas. Do not overmix the batter to keep the crumb tender. Tent with foil if the top browns too quickly. Store tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for up to 2 months. Easily adapt to gluten-free or dairy-free by swapping flour and yogurt/butter.

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