Super Moist Banana Bread

Super Moist Banana Bread

Introduction

There’s a special kind of comfort that comes from baking banana bread, especially when the bananas on your counter are soft, spotted, and begging to be used. This super moist banana bread is rich, tender, and deeply flavorful, with a soft crumb that stays delicious for days. It’s the kind of recipe that feels familiar from the very first bite, bringing back memories of slow mornings, warm kitchens, and sharing slices with family. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a simple dessert, this banana bread delivers classic flavor with dependable results every time.

Ingredients

For the banana bread batter

• 3 very ripe bananas, mashed (about 360 g / 12.7 oz / 1 1/2 cups mashed)
• 120 g unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly (1/2 cup / 4.2 oz)
• 150 g granulated sugar (3/4 cup / 5.3 oz)
• 50 g brown sugar, lightly packed (1/4 cup / 1.8 oz)
• 2 large eggs, room temperature (about 100 g / 3.5 oz without shells)
• 60 ml plain yogurt or sour cream (1/4 cup / 2 oz)
• 5 ml vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
• 240 g all-purpose flour (2 cups / 8.5 oz)
• 5 g baking soda (1 teaspoon)
• 3 g fine salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• 2 g ground cinnamon (1/2 teaspoon)

Optional add-ins

• 60 g chopped walnuts or pecans (1/2 cup / 2 oz)
• 85 g chocolate chips (1/2 cup / 3 oz)

Directions

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