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Moist Banana Bread Recipe

This Moist Banana Bread is a cozy delight! Perfect for breakfast or a snack, it's made with overripe bananas for a rich, tender loaf.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bread:
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 12 ounces sour cream
  • 4 overripe bananas
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 envelope whipped topping mix
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Loaf pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Directions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for even baking.
  2. Grease your loaf pan with vegetable oil or line with parchment paper.
  3. Mash the 4 overripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  4. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream. Mix well.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, whipped topping mix, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the sweetest flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread light and fluffy.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing for best results.