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Easy Moist Banana Bread Recipe

If you're looking for an easy moist banana bread recipe that comes together with simple ingredients, this homemade banana bread is a great choice. It's soft, tender, flavorful, and packed with ripe bananas, making it perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a cozy homemade treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 very ripe bananas mashed
  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture. Stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool further before slicing.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
  • Avoid overmixing once the flour is added.
  • Begin checking the loaf toward the end of the baking time to prevent overbaking.
  • Add ½–1 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts if desired.
  • Store cooled banana bread in an airtight container.