Classic Banana Bread

Embrace the comforting nostalgia of homemade goodness with this Classic Banana Bread recipe, a timeless favorite perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. Made with ripe bananas, this moist and tender loaf gets an extra boost of flavor from a touch of vanilla and the richness of sour cream. A sprinkle of optional chopped walnuts adds a delightful crunch to each slice. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this easy banana bread recipe bakes to golden perfection in an hour and fills your home with an irresistible aroma. Whether you’re enjoying it warm from the oven or toasted with a smear of butter, this crowd-pleasing bread is a guaranteed favorite. Perfect for using up overripe bananas, it’s a must-have in your baking repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 units ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 units large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan, then add it to the mashed bananas.

Step 4

Mix in the sugar, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined.

Step 7

Fold in the sour cream and optional chopped walnuts, if using.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Step 10

Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(864.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2475.6

Total Fat 103.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 444.3mg	0%
Sodium 2524.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 369.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 194.6g
Protein 29.8g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 96.1mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 1562.0mg	0%

*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: 36.8%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 58.5%