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Old Fashioned Banana Bread

This Old Fashioned Banana Bread recipe is a simple and delightful treat that combines moist bananas with pantry staples, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Salted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 3 medium Bananas, mashed Use ripe bananas for best results.
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream or buttermilk Using sour cream or buttermilk ensures moisture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the salted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the mashed bananas and mix well.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, alternating with the sour cream or buttermilk until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve with butter, honey, or sliced almonds. Store at room temperature for 3-4 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.