🍌 Rich Banana Bread 🍞

This Rich Banana Bread is moist, fluffy, and packed with ripe banana flavor. It’s the perfect treat for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a banana bread that’s tender, delicious, and sure to become a family favorite!

📋 Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened 🧈
• 1 cup granulated sugar 🍬
• 2 large eggs 🥚
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed 🍌
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
• 1 teaspoon baking soda 🌿
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂
• 1/2 cup sour cream 🥛
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) 🌰

📝 Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

1. Set the temperature:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Batter:

1. Cream butter and sugar:

• In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.

1. Add eggs and bananas:

• Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until well combined.

1. Mix dry ingredients:

• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

1. Combine wet and dry ingredients:

• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring just until combined.

1. Add sour cream and nuts:

• Fold in the sour cream and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

3. Bake:

1. Pour into pan:

• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

1. Bake:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

4. Cool and Serve:

1. Cool:

• Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

1. Slice and enjoy:

• Slice the banana bread and serve warm or at room temperature.

🍽️ Tips:

• Ripeness: Use very ripe bananas with lots of brown spots for the best flavor.
• Mix-ins: Add chocolate chips or raisins for a fun twist.
• Storage: Store banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 60-70 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 8-10 slices
🔥 Calories: Approximately 250 kcal per slice

Enjoy a warm, comforting slice of Rich Banana Bread with your morning coffee or as a satisfying snack anytime! 🍌🍞🥄