Moist Classic Banana Bread (Printable Version)
Moist banana bread with brown sugar and ripe bananas, ideal for any time of day.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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3/4 cup packed brown sugar
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 large eggs, beaten
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2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray or butter.
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Combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl and stir until evenly distributed.
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In a separate bowl, beat brown sugar and softened butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
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Add beaten eggs and mashed bananas to the butter mixture and mix until fully blended.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smooth the top, and bake for approximately 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
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Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
# Additional Notes:
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For extra flavor and moisture, use bananas that are deeply spotted or blackened. Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a tender crumb.