Sheila's Banana Bread

Indulge in the comforting, nostalgic flavors of *Sheila's Banana Bread*, a timeless recipe that strikes the perfect balance between moistness and sweetness. Made with three ripe bananas, this quick bread bursts with natural banana flavor while a blend of granulated and brown sugars lends a caramel-like depth. Creamy Greek yogurt or tangy sour cream makes every bite irresistibly tender, while optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts or chocolate chips provide a customizable twist. This no-fail banana bread recipe is easy to whip up in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion! Ideal keywords: moist banana bread, classic banana bread recipe, easy homemade banana bread, best banana bread.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 115 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams brown sugar
• 2 pieces eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 120 grams plain Greek 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 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.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave, then add it to the mashed bananas and mix well.

Step 4

Stir in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until fully combined.

Step 5

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Gently fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture, being careful not to overmix.

Step 8

Stir in the Greek yogurt or sour cream until the batter is smooth. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

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.

Step 12

Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1275.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3763.1

Total Fat 169.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 632.6mg	0%
Sodium 2683.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 523.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 281.6g
Protein 67.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 390.2mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 2371.8mg	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: 39.2%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 53.9%