Moist Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg - ½ cup avocado oil
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3-4 Bananas semi frozen.
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line loaf pan with parchment paper.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- 3
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 the eggs and vanilla and mix well. Stir in mashed bananas.
- 4
Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture and stir just until combined, do not overmix.
- 5
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Do not overbake.
- 6
Cool in the pan 5 minutes. Remove from pan and cool completely on a rack.
Moist Banana Bread
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About this Recipe
Looking for that perfect, comforting slice of banana bread that's genuinely moist and full of flavor? This easy banana bread recipe is designed to become your absolute favorite, delivering a delightful quick bread experience every time.
What sets this banana bread apart is the careful balance of two sugars—brown sugar and regular sugar—for a depth of flavor and tender crumb. The inclusion of semi-frozen bananas is a key detail that contributes to an incredibly moist texture and deep banana taste, often avoiding the dry, crumbly pitfalls of other recipes.
Prepare for a gently sweet, comforting quick bread with an irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen. Each slice offers a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture, thanks to the combination of healthy fats from avocado oil and the natural moisture of ripe bananas. This banana bread offers a satisfying bite without being overly dense, making it perfect for a cozy morning or an afternoon treat.
While delicious as written, you can easily adapt this banana bread. For a slightly different spice profile, you could adjust the amounts of cinnamon and nutmeg to your preference. If you don't have avocado oil, a neutral oil like vegetable or canola oil can be used as a substitute, though avocado oil adds a lovely richness without a strong flavor.
This delightful banana bread is wonderful served warm with a cup of coffee or tea for breakfast or brunch. It also makes a fantastic, fuss-free dessert or a thoughtful homemade gift.