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Moist Banana Bread Recipe

Moist Banana Bread

This moist banana bread recipe uses ripe bananas and Greek yogurt to create an exceptionally tender crumb that stays fresh for days. Simple enough for beginners but delivering professional results, it's made in one bowl with accessible ingredients. The combination of white and brown sugars adds depth of flavor while the careful mixing technique ensures perfect texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 ripe medium bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • rubber spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan on all sides and set aside
  2. In a large bowl, combine mashed bananas with melted butter. Add both sugars and mix to combine. Then incorporate eggs, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth
  3. Add flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Gently fold together with a rubber spatula until just combined (no streaks of flour remaining, but lumps are okay)
  4. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan, spreading into an even layer. Tap pan gently to release air bubbles
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted in center comes out mostly clean. Start checking at 40 minutes
  6. Allow to cool in pan for 15 minutes before removing. Cool completely on rack for cleaner slices

Notes

Use very ripe (brown-speckled) bananas for best flavor. Don't overmix the batter to avoid tough texture. For variations, add 3/4 cup chopped nuts, 1/2 cup chocolate chips, or 1 tsp cinnamon. Store wrapped tightly at room temperature for several days.