Classic Banana Bread Recipe

Enjoy a slice of moist and flavorful banana bread with this easy-to-follow recipe. This classic recipe will fill your home with the sweet aroma of ripe bananas and warm spices. Whip up this crowd-pleasing treat for breakfast or a snack, and watch as your family and friends devour it with delight. Perfectly moist and bursting with banana flavor, this banana bread will become your go-to recipe for any occasion.

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
3. Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl with the mashed bananas. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the sour cream and chopped walnuts (if using). Be careful not to overmix.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

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