This Super Moist Banana Bread recipe is a classic favorite and perfect for using overripe bananas. It's simple, delicious, and the result is a perfectly moist and flavorful bread.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter unsalted
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 pinch salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
- Mix in the baking soda and salt.
- Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Mix in the flour last until completely smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 60 minutes, or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for a few minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Here are some tips and tricks for making Super Moist Banana Bread:
🍌 1. Use Overripe Bananas
The darker, the better! Bananas with black spots or fully brown skin are ideal—they’re sweeter and more flavorful, which adds natural moisture and richness.🧈 2. Don’t Overmix the Batter
Once you combine the wet and dry ingredients, stir until just combined. Overmixing develops gluten and can lead to a dense or rubbery texture.🥛 3. Add a Moisture Booster
A dollop of sour cream, Greek yogurt, or even applesauce helps make banana bread extra moist. Try replacing part of the butter or oil with one of these.🍫 4. Fold in Extras Gently
If you're adding nuts, chocolate chips, or berries, fold them in at the very end to avoid deflating the batter.🌡️ 5. Bake Low and Slow
Bake at 325–350°F (160–175°C) for even cooking. Cover loosely with foil halfway through if the top browns too quickly.🔍 6. Check for Doneness Properly
Insert a toothpick into the center. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter). Let it cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 196kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 96mgPotassium: 115mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg