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Best Moist Banana Bread Recipe

Best Moist Banana Bread Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Best Moist Banana Bread Recipe, the perfect treat for any time of day! This banana bread is rich and fluffy, thanks to the addition of sour cream, which keeps it moist and tender for days. Whether enjoyed as a cozy breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a sweet dessert to share with friends, this recipe is incredibly simple to follow, making it ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Customize it with your favorite nuts or spices for a personal touch. With just a few basic ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have warm, aromatic slices ready to enjoy straight from the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2.5 medium bananas)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats (blended into flour)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Optional: Toasted pecans or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. If using nuts, toast them on a baking sheet for about 5–7 minutes until fragrant.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time followed by the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Mix together flour, blended oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and optional spices in another bowl.
  6. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture along with sour cream.
  7. Fold in toasted nuts if desired.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean with moist crumbs attached.
  10. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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