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Four thick slices of Perfect Moist Banana Bread showing a tender, speckled crumb, served on a light plate.

Perfect Moist Banana Bread

Moisture was the main benchmark during testing; nothing else mattered more. This recipe provides a dependable, classic banana bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1 loaf

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
  • Mash the bananas. Mix the mashed bananas with the eggs, yogurt, melted butter, and sugar.
  • Add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients.
  • Mix gently until the ingredients are just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and level the top surface.
  • Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  • Allow the bread to cool before you slice it.

Notes

By Emily Mitchell, Efficiency & Testing Coordinator at Recipes by Betty.
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