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Easy Banana Bread
4.8 from 94 votes

Easy Banana Bread

Easy Banana Bread uses ripe mashed bananas combined with sugars, butter, egg, and a mix of baking soda and powder to create a moist, tender loaf with warm vanilla and cinnamon notes. Sour cream adds moisture and subtle tang, resulting in soft crumb structure. This loaf breads well to provide a classic comfort baked good.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
50 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 12
Calories: 231 kcal
Course: Breakfast, Bread, Brunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 banana ripe, mashed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup butter unsalted, softened
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350℉. Generously grease a loaf pan or spray it with cooking spray. I used a 12x4.5 inch loaf pan, but a regular size loaf pan will work as well.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with either a fork or a potato masher.
  3. Add the rest of the ingredients together and mix with a whisk. Use a spatula to scrape down the sides if needed.
  4. Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes to one hour, or until you insert a toothpick in the center and it comes out clean.
  5. Cool for a few minutes in the pan, then let it come to room temperature on a cooling rack. Cut into slices and serve.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for sweeter, moister bread with better flavor.
  • Mix ingredients just until combined to avoid a dense or tough texture.
  • Consider adding nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit for additional texture and flavor.
  • Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to maintain structure and avoid crumbling.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1slice Calories 231kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 41g (14%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g (2%) Monounsaturated Fat 2g (10%) Trans Fat 0.2g (10%) Cholesterol 30mg (10%) Sodium 127mg (5%) Potassium 188mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 21g (42%) Vitamin A 227IU (5%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 37mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 231

% Daily Value*

Serving 1slice
Calories 231kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 41g 14%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 127mg 5%
Potassium 188mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 21g 42%
Vitamin A 227IU 5%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 37mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.