Banana Bread Brown Sugar (Printable Version)

Tender and moist, this banana bread balances sweet banana flavor with a rich, buttery texture and golden crumb.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 2 large eggs, beaten
07 - 2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan to ensure easy release after baking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the brown sugar and softened butter until smooth and creamy.
04 - Add the beaten eggs and mashed overripe bananas to the butter mixture. Mix until fully combined and uniform.
05 - Gradually fold the wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients. Stir gently just until all flour is incorporated; avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.
06 - Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake for approximately 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
07 - Remove bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Carefully turn out onto a wire rack and allow to cool completely before slicing and serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For best results, use bananas with a heavily speckled or black peel to maximize sweetness and moisture.