Banana Bread King Arthur

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this "Banana Bread King Arthur" recipe—your new go-to for moist, flavorful homemade banana bread. Featuring the perfect balance of ripe bananas, creamy yogurt or sour cream, and a hint of warming cinnamon, this recipe ensures a tender crumb and rich flavor in every bite. Whether you opt for the classic simplicity of the batter or add a delightful twist with chopped walnuts or chocolate chips, this banana bread is irresistibly versatile. Ready in just over an hour and ideal for sharing (or not!), it's an easy, foolproof treat perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Bake your way to perfection with this quintessential recipe that’s destined to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 113 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 240 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 120 grams plain yogurt or sour cream
• 60 grams chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel the bananas and mash them in a medium-sized bowl until smooth. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and both sugars (granulated and brown) together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.

Step 5

Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Step 7

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or stirring gently until just combined.

Step 8

Fold in the yogurt or sour cream to keep the batter moist and tender.

Step 9

If desired, stir in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.

Step 10

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 12

Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1259.6 grams (1259.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3467

Total Fat 153.70g	197%
Saturated Fat 65.90g	330%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 638mg	213%
Sodium 2663mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 491.70g	179%
Dietary Fiber 22.60g	81%
Total Sugars 256.10g
Protein 57.00g	114%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 388mg	30%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 2410mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.7%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 55.0%