Never Fail Banana Bread

Experience the pure comfort of homemade perfection with this "Never Fail Banana Bread" recipe, a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that’s ideal for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. Packed with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, a touch of brown sugar for depth, and the added richness of Greek yogurt or sour cream to ensure every bite is irresistibly moist, this banana bread never disappoints. Infused with warm notes of cinnamon and the option to include crunchy walnuts or indulgent chocolate chips, this versatile recipe can be tailored to your cravings. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and baked to golden perfection, it delivers a tender, flavorful loaf every time. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, this reliable banana bread is destined to become a staple in your baking rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 large Ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 2 whole Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
• 0.5 cup 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

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth.

Step 3

Stir in the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the banana mixture and whisk until fully incorporated.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until no streaks of flour remain. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender loaf.

Step 7

Fold in the Greek yogurt (or sour cream) to add moisture to the batter.

Step 8

If using, gently stir in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips to distribute them evenly.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Check for doneness at the 55-minute mark.

Step 11

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your 'Never Fail Banana Bread'!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1259.4 grams (1259.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3843

Total Fat 189.70g	243%
Saturated Fat 70.60g	353%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 632mg	211%
Sodium 2633mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 497.60g	181%
Dietary Fiber 25.90g	93%
Total Sugars 255.10g
Protein 69.20g	138%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 330mg	25%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 2557mg	54%

*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: 43.0%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 50.1%