Quick And Moist Banana Bread Recipe For Busy Mornings

This banana bread is a delightful treat for any time, whether a lazy Sunday morning or a cozy evening. It’s simple yet flavorful, perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Moist Banana Bread Recipe

The ripe bananas add natural sweetness and a moist texture, while vanilla and cinnamon enhance the taste. Each slice brings the satisfying aroma and goodness of home-baked bread.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup unsalted butter, softened or vegetable oil
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup sugar
2 eggs at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅓ cups mashed bananas about 4 small

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Grease and flour (or line with parchment paper) an 8×4-inch loaf pan.
Prepare Dry Ingredients:
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a separate medium bowl, add butter, brown sugar, and white sugar.
- Mix with a hand mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add Wet Ingredients:
- Add the eggs and vanilla to the butter-sugar mixture and mix well.
- Stir in the mashed bananas.
Combine Ingredients:
- Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture.
- Stir just until combined, do not overmix.
Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Do not overbake.
Cool:
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
- Remove from the pan and cool completely on a rack.

Enjoy your homemade banana bread!

Serving Suggestions

Whipped Cream
Fresh Berries
Vanilla Ice Cream
Nut Butter
Yogurt with Honey
Cream Cheese

Tips and Tricks

To ripen bananas quickly, bake them at 350°F for 15 minutes.
Peel and freeze ripe bananas for up to 4 months for future baking.
Spoon flour into the measuring cup and level it off instead of scooping.
Ovens vary, so check your bread at least 10 minutes before the end of the suggested baking time.