Simply Healthy Banana Bread 🍌
This incredibly moist and easy banana bread recipe is a wholesome treat, perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with ripe bananas and a touch of sour cream for extra tenderness!
Equipment
- Loaf Pan
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
Ingredients
Banana Bread Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3-4 very ripe bananas mashed (about 1 ¼ cups)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar or use a mix of brown and granulated for a richer, healthier option
- 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled
- 1/3 cup plain sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra moisture and a healthy twist!
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Get Ready! Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour an 8.5 x 4.5 inch loaf pan, or line it for super easy removal.
- Mix Dry Goodies: In a medium bowl, gently whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this aside for a moment.
- Mash Those Bananas: Grab a large bowl and mash your extra ripe bananas. Don't worry about getting them perfectly smooth; a few small chunks add wonderful texture!
- Wet Ingredients Party: Into the mashed bananas, whisk in the sugar, eggs, cooled melted butter, sour cream (or Greek yogurt!), and vanilla extract until everything is nicely combined.
- Combine Gently: Now, add your dry flour mixture to the wet banana mixture. Stir just until everything comes together – be careful not to overmix, as this keeps the bread tender. Pour this lovely batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake to Golden: Pop it into your preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes. You'll know it's done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs. If the top starts to brown too much, loosely cover it with foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Cool Down: Let your delicious banana bread cool in the loaf pan on a wire rack for about 15-20 minutes. Then, carefully remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on the rack before slicing. This helps it set perfectly!
- Enjoy! Slice into generous pieces and savor this incredibly moist, easy, and healthy homemade treat!
Notes
Enjoy! Slice into generous pieces and savor this incredibly moist, easy, and healthy homemade treat!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 226kcal
- Total Carbs: 35g
- Fats: 8g
- Protein: 4g
