Mom's Best Banana Loaf Recipe
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Mom's Best Banana Loaf Recipe
Description
Mom's Best Banana Loaf Recipe combines mashed ripe bananas with butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and a mixture of all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Semi-sweet chocolate chips fold into the batter for added sweetness. The batter is gently mixed then baked in a greased loaf pan at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 50 to 60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. After cooling, the loaf is wrapped or stored in a container to keep moist.
The resulting banana loaf features a soft and tender texture balanced by slight crumb structure from the flour and rising agents. The chocolate chips add both texture and flavor contrast to the banana and vanilla base. Baking time ensures that the loaf cooks through without drying out, while the recipe’s creaming of butter and sugar contributes to an even crumb.
This banana loaf can be sliced and served plain or with butter. Its richness and moistness make it well-suited to snacks, breakfast, or a simple dessert. Adding walnuts or pecans is a traditional option if you prefer a nutty flavor and added crunch. The balance of sweetness is moderate, reflecting the banana and chocolate chip proportions.
You can enhance moisture by adding an extra half banana, which may increase baking time. Optionally, a quarter teaspoon of cinnamon adds warmth and depth. These adjustments allow customization based on taste preference or ingredient availability.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups banana very ripe, equals about 3-4 medium bananas, mashed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a standard loaf pan and set aside.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until smooth and combined.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating until smooth.
- Mix in the mashed bananas, then stir in the vanilla.
- Whisk together the dry ingredients - including chocolate chips.
- Stir in gently, until just combined.
- Pour into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes, until a cake tester or toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Remove and cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then release from the pan and cool on a baking rack.
- Keep wrapped or in a container.
Notes
- Walnuts or pecans can be used instead of chocolate chips for a nutty texture.
- Adding an extra half banana will increase moistness but may require longer baking.
- A quarter teaspoon of cinnamon can be added for additional flavor depth.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 388kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 338mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 246mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 355IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.5mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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