Classic Banana Bread Recipe: Moist and Irresistible
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Description: Prepare yourself for a delightful treat with this exceptionally moist banana bread recipe, which is incredibly rich in flavor thanks to the combination of buttermilk and vanilla. This banana bread is an all-time favorite for its delightful texture and scrumptious taste, making it perfect for any time of the day.
Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Kid Friendly, Brunch, < 4 Hours, Inexpensive
Yield: 2 loaves
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup margarine, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/8 cups buttermilk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas (about 3-4 medium bananas)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two loaf pans to ensure the bread will come out easily once baked.
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Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and margarine with the sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes of beating.
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Incorporate the Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next. This step helps to create a uniform mixture.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Sifting these ingredients ensures there are no lumps and that the leavening agents are evenly distributed.
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Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the creamed butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
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Add Flavors: Stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Pour and Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula. Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 20 minutes. The bread is done when a toothpick or knife inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the pan.
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Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the loaves from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the loaves to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutritional Information (Per Loaf):
- Calories: 2298.4
- Fat: 77.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 46.5 g
- Cholesterol: 374.5 mg
- Sodium: 2628.1 mg
- Carbohydrates: 376.7 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Sugar: 220.8 g
- Protein: 32.2 g
This banana bread is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for a cozy brunch or a sweet treat any time of the day. Enjoy the rich, moist texture and the delightful aroma that will fill your kitchen and warm your heart. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just for a family snack, this banana bread will not disappoint! 🍌🍞✨
