Here’s a recipe for a Rich Banana Bread that’s moist, flavorful, and indulgent:
Ingredients:
- 2 to 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or full-fat yogurt (adds richness)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Set aside.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with the brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mash the bananas: In a separate bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the mashed bananas to the wet ingredients, and mix until combined.
- Combine the dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
- Add sour cream or yogurt: Fold in the sour cream or yogurt, which will help keep the bread extra moist and rich. If you’re adding nuts or chocolate chips, fold them in now.
- Bake the bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
This banana bread is wonderfully moist with a rich, buttery texture, and the addition of sour cream or yogurt makes it extra tender. Feel free to experiment with mix-ins like walnuts, chocolate chips, or even a drizzle of honey for added sweetness.
