Mom's Amazing Banana Bread

Moist, tender, and bursting with the comforting flavors of ripe bananas, **Mom's Amazing Banana Bread** is the ultimate homemade treat. This easy-to-make recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and eggs with the natural sweetness of overripe bananas and a touch of vanilla for a perfectly balanced loaf. The secret to its irresistibly soft texture? A dollop of sour cream, which keeps the bread delightfully moist. Customize each bite with optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts for crunch or chocolate chips for a little extra indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and an hour in the oven, this classic banana bread is perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or as a satisfying snack. Whether you slice it thick and slather it with butter or enjoy it plain, this is comfort baking at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe bananas
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave or on the stovetop, then mix it into the mashed bananas.

Step 4

Stir in the granulated sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the bread dense.

Step 7

Fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips, if desired.

Step 8

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and enjoy a delicious piece of Mom's Amazing Banana Bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1029.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3016.6

Total Fat 152.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 524.8mg	0%
Sodium 2631.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 390.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 202.0g
Protein 56.8g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 267.6mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 2118.0mg	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: 43.4%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 49.5%