RICH BANANA BREAD

Step No.1: Preheat and Prepare the Pan

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.

Step No.2: Mash the Bananas

1. In a large bowl, mash ripe bananas until smooth. Add melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.

Step No.3: Mix Dry Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Step No.4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

1. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture. Stir in sour cream and walnuts or chocolate chips, if using.

Step No.5: Bake the Banana Bread

1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step No.6: Cool and Serve

1. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!