Moist Banana Bread

This easy banana bread recipe from Bon Appétit yields a tender, moist loaf made with overripe bananas and creamed butter for a fluffy texture.

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Moist Banana Bread

Original recipe by Bon Appetit

Total time
ready in 75 min
Yield
serves 10
Difficulty
Easy
Rating
4.7 (1200)
Moist Banana Bread

This easy banana bread recipe from Bon Appétit yields a tender, moist loaf made with overripe bananas and creamed butter for a fluffy texture.

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Method

  1. Mash overripe bananas.

  2. Cream butter and sugar.

  3. Add eggs, bananas, vanilla.

  4. Fold in flour.

  5. Bake at 350F until golden.

Chef's notes

This banana bread recipe is a hit, with a 4.7-star rating from over 1,200 reviews. It's perfect for those who enjoy baking and want a simple yet delicious treat.

Chef tip

Allow your bananas to get very ripe for the best flavor, and consider using dark brown sugar for added sweetness and moisture.

Substitutions

Swap in Greek yogurt or sour cream for a tangy twist, or add chopped nuts and chocolate for extra texture and flavor.

Honest take

While the recipe is straightforward, the long bake time requires patience. The use of dark brown sugar makes a noticeable difference, but don't expect instant results—allow the bread to cool fully for the best taste.

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