Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream or plain yogurt (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
- Fold in sour cream or yogurt if using.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
- Fold in optional nuts or chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for best flavor. Don’t overmix the batter to keep the bread tender. Optional: add nuts or chocolate chips. Stores at room temperature for 2–3 days, refrigerate up to 1 week, or freeze slices for up to 3 months. Reheat slices in oven at 325°F for 5–10 minutes or in microwave for 20–30 seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg