Moist Banana Bread Recipe-So Easy To Make

There’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of freshly baked banana bread filling your kitchen. This incredibly easy recipe guarantees a perfectly moist loaf every single time, making it the ideal way to use up those overripe bananas on your counter. Get ready to bake a delicious treat that everyone will adore!

Ingredients

• 2-3 very ripe medium bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or line with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth but with a few lumps remaining.
3. Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir well to combine.
4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
6. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
8. Bake for 50-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, you can tent it loosely with aluminum foil.
9. Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and serve! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.