Best Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 8 frozen medium-to-large bananas
Note 1
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
melted
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
at room temperature
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- 1- 1 ½ cups chopped pecans
optional
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- 2
Peel and thaw frozen bananas in a microwave. Reserve all the juices and everything.
- 3
Prepare two 9×5-inch bread pan and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- 4
In a large bowl, mash the thawed bananas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth.
- 5
Add sugar, melted butter, eggs and vanilla extract. Using a wooden spoon, mix everything until combined.
- 6
Then add flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Mix to combine.
- 7
Optional, add chopped pecans and/or other add-ins, like chocolate chips, dried fruits.
- 8
Divide the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- 9
Bake for 60 minutes, or until the inserted toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before serving.
- 10
Keep the banana bread in the bread pan, covered tightly, in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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About this Recipe
Searching for that ultimate moist, flavorful banana bread that tastes like pure comfort? Look no further than this tried-and-true recipe, a beloved staple since 2013, designed for home bakers to create absolute perfection.
What sets this Best Banana Bread apart is its incredible depth of flavor and unbelievably moist texture, all achieved with straightforward pantry staples. The secret lies in using frozen, ripened bananas, which contribute an intense banana essence and a wonderfully tender crumb, creating not one, but two perfect loaves with just a simple wooden spoon.
Prepare for a truly indulgent treat with this homemade banana bread. Each slice promises a beautifully moist interior, bursting with natural banana sweetness and a hint of rich vanilla from pure vanilla extract. The texture is tender and yielding, a testament to proper leavening, making it satisfyingly dense yet never heavy. This recipe consistently delivers two loaves of truly the moistest banana bread you've ever baked, perfect for sharing or savoring yourself.
This Best Banana Bread is easily customized to your liking. The recipe calls for chopped pecans as an optional addition; you can include 1 to 1 ½ cups for a delightful crunch and nutty texture, or simply leave them out if you prefer a pecan-free loaf. The base flavor is so rich, it stands alone beautifully.
Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a comforting dessert, this Best Banana Bread pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea. Serve slices warm, perhaps with a pat of butter, for an extra special treat.