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Super Moist Banana Bread: The Easiest Recipe You'll Ever Make

This super moist banana bread recipe transforms overripe bananas into a delicious, easy-to-make comfort food that requires minimal effort. Perfect for beginners and experienced bakers alike, it delivers professional-quality results using basic pantry staples.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 ripe bananas (the riper, the better!)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  2. Add melted butter to mashed bananas and stir to combine. Mix in brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if using.
  5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes, until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
  6. Let banana bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture. Don't overmix the batter to avoid toughness. Bring egg to room temperature for better incorporation. Use toothpick test for doneness. Store in airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.