Joyce's Unbeatable Banana Bread

Moist, flavorful, and irresistibly comforting, Joyce's Unbeatable Banana Bread is the ultimate homemade treat for any occasion. Featuring the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, a perfectly balanced mix of granulated and brown sugar, and a touch of aromatic cinnamon, this classic recipe is elevated to new heights. The addition of melted butter ensures an ultra-tender crumb, while optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts or chocolate chips provide a delightful crunch or burst of sweetness. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep time, this easy-to-follow banana bread is baked to golden perfection in a simple loaf pan. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert, Joyce's Unbeatable Banana Bread is sure to become your go-to recipe for a quick and satisfying homemade delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.

Step 3

Melt the butter in a microwave or on the stove, then let it cool slightly. Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar to the mashed bananas. Mix well until combined.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and stir until everything is evenly 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 into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Stir in the milk to loosen the batter slightly. If desired, fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the banana bread to 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	(1332.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4101.7

Total Fat 190.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 627.3mg	0%
Sodium 2648.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 570.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.6g	0%
Total Sugars 329.0g
Protein 64.8g	0%

Vitamin D 108.8IU	0%
Calcium 375.8mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 2595.5mg	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: 40.3%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 53.6%