Queen Valley Banana Bread

Indulge in the classic comfort of Queen Valley Banana Bread, a moist and flavorful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with three ripe bananas for natural sweetness, a blend of granulated and brown sugars for depth, and a touch of ground cinnamon for warmth, this recipe strikes the ideal balance of sweetness and spice. The addition of yogurt or sour cream ensures a tender crumb, while optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts or chocolate chips add delightful texture and richness. Ready in just over an hour, this easy banana bread is a crowd-pleaser for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. Serve it fresh from the oven or enjoy it toasted with a pat of butter—the ultimate indulgence. Keywords: moist banana bread, quick banana bread recipe, best banana bread.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a standard 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 smooth. Set aside.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter and let it cool slightly. Add butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar to the mashed bananas. Whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix just until there are no streaks of flour—do not overmix.

Step 7

Gently fold in the yogurt or sour cream to ensure the bread remains moist. If using, also fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Step 11

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1211.6 grams (1211.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3382

Total Fat 130.70g	168%
Saturated Fat 73.30g	367%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 634mg	211%
Sodium 2663mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 527.70g	192%
Dietary Fiber 21.00g	75%
Total Sugars 284.40g
Protein 48.10g	96%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 320mg	25%
Iron 17mg	96%
Potassium 2250mg	48%

*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: 33.8%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 60.7%