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Calculated Shard: 149 (from laksa038)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa149.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe","crawl_time":1775722057,"first_indexed_time":1612193134,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,sugarandcharm!\/banana-bread-recipe s443","src_root_hash":"7275150260905590149","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Super Moist Banana Bread Recipe - Sugar and Charm","meta_descriptions":["This moist banana bread recipe is buttery, tender, and packed with flavor. Made with ripe bananas, sour cream, oil, and butter - it's the best banana bread you'll ever bake!"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our\ndisclosure policy\n.\nYou all have made this\nmoist banana bread\nrecipe\nhundreds\nof times – and for good reason! It’s buttery, super moist, and full of flavor thanks to ripe bananas, a touch of spice, and my go-to trio: butter, oil, and sour cream. Total 5-star favorite!\nLove loaf recipes?\nDon’t miss my\npumpkin bread recipe\n,\nfamous coconut loaf\n, and the best\nmonkey bread loaf\n!\nPin this now to find it later\nPin It\nTable of Contents\n5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat\nBanana Bread Ingredient Notes \nHow to Make Moist Banana Bread\nHow to Mash Bananas \nWhat Loaf Pan Should You Use\nFrequently Asked Questions\nRecipe Tips & Variations\nHow to Store \nMore Recipes You’ll Love\nSuper Moist Banana Bread Recipe\n5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat\nThis\nsuper moist banana bread\nis the best way to use them up. I tested lots of combos, and the magic mix is\nbutter, oil, and sour cream\n– hello rich, tender perfection!\nSlather a warm slice with butter and thank me later. It’s perfect for brunch, gifting, or just treating yourself.\nAnd if you love banana desserts, try my baked\nbanana donuts\n,\nblueberry banana muffins\n, and \nbanana pudding pie\n.\nBanana Bread Ingredient Notes \nAll-purpose flour\n – Stabilizes and holds the bread together. I use King Arthur flour for this recipe, but you can also use whole-wheat flour.\nGranulated Sugar\n – This recipe is not too sweet, but you can use less sugar. It will change the flavor of the bread, though.\nVery Ripe Bananas\n -These add flavor and create moist banana bread. The banana peel should be very brown and ripe. The riper the banana, the sweeter it is.\nMelted Butter\n – Use unsalted butter for this bread. Butter adds a lot of flavor and moistness to the bread.\nSour Cream \n– Adds moisture without thinning your batter like a liquid would.\nCanola Oil\n – Adds moisture to the recipe. You can also use vegetable, sunflower, or coconut oil. Remember, these tiny changes do affect the original recipe.\nEggs\n – Creates structure and stability. Use large organic eggs when making this bread.\nCinnamon, Nutmeg, and Salt\n– These spices flavor banana bread. Use ground spices for the recipe.\nVanilla Extract\n \n– Enhances flavors and adds subtle vanilla flavor. Use pure vanilla extract.\nHow to Make Moist Banana Bread\nPreheat\nthe oven to 325°F and prep your loaf pan. I like to butter it and line it with parchment for easy removal (and no sticking!).\nMash\nyour bananas—they should be\nsuper\nbrown and spotty for the best flavor. Not ripe yet? Pop them in the oven at 300°F for 15 minutes to speed things up!\nMix dry ingredients\nin a bowl: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.\nWhip\nthe sugar and eggs together on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy.\nSlowly drizzle in\nthe melted butter and oil while mixing on low.\nAdd\nthe mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla—mix just until combined.\nFold in\nthe dry ingredients gently. Don’t overmix!\nPour\ninto your prepared pan and bake for 1 hour. Check the center—if it’s not done, bake in 10-minute intervals until fully set (up to 1 hour 30 min).\nHow to Mash Bananas \nPeel and place ripe bananas in a mixing bowl or stand mixer.\nUse a fork or a potato masher to smash the bananas until they are smooth.\nYou can also use an electric mixer to mash the bananas quickly.\nWhat Loaf Pan Should You Use\nI’ve made this in\nceramic, glass, and metal\n—they all work!\nCeramic:\nEven bake + gorgeous finish (I love my\nEmile Henry pan\n!)\nGlass:\nGreat for beginners—you can see when it’s done\nMetal:\nQuick, even browning and easy to handle\nUsing a smaller 8×4 pan? Just fill it &frac34; full or split into two loaves! \nFrequently Asked Questions\nHow Ripe Should Bananas Be for Banana Bread? \nBananas should be very ripe and have a dark brown peel. You don’t want to buy fresh bananas from the grocery store for this recipe, but rather, let them sit on the counter and develop brown, even black, spots.\nAs bananas ripen, their starches break down into sugar. This breakdown makes them perfect for baking and increases their antioxidant levels. The mushy texture also makes them malleable (ideal for mixing) and provides the loaf with that desirable soft mouthfeel. \nHow Do You Ripen Bananas in an Hour? \nPreheat the oven to 300° and place bananas in a lined pan. When the oven’s ready, put the bananas in and regularly check until their skin turns brown. This process mimics the natural one, turning starches to sugar, and is the quickest option other than resting. If you plan ahead and have a few more days, you can place bananas in a brown paper bag to ripen quicker.\nCan I use frozen bananas?  \nYes, you can use frozen bananas for this recipe. First, thaw them at room temperature and drain any excess liquid. \nRecipe Tips & Variations\nWith Walnuts: If you prefer nuts in your banana bread, fold 1\/2 cup of chopped walnuts at the end.\nChocolate Chips:\n Add 3\/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips to the batter at the end to make chocolate chip banana bread. Give it a light stir. \nCaramel Sauce\n: Drizzle\nhomemade caramel sauce\nover the top.\nNutella: \nSwirl Nutella in the banana bread.\nChocolate Ganache\n: Pour a chocolate ganache over the top.\nGluten-Free:\nTry Bob’s Red Mills Gluten-Free Baking Flour \nHealthier Flour: \nKing Arthur, Whole Wheat Traditional Flour\nHow to Store \nKeep banana bread in an airtight container at room temp for up to 4 days.\nTo Freeze:\nLet it cool completely, then wrap tightly in plastic and store in a freezer bag or airtight container. Freeze whole, halved, or sliced for up to 3 months!\nYou can also FOLLOW ME on\n FACEBOOK\n, \nINSTAGRAM\n, and \nPINTEREST \nto see more delicious recipes, cocktails, desserts, and parties!\n▢\n1 1\/2\ncups\nall-purpose flour\n▢\n1\ntsp\nbaking soda\n▢\n1\/2\ntsp\ncinnamon\n▢\n1\/2\ntsp\nnutmeg\n▢\n1\ntsp\nsalt\n▢\n1\ncup\nsugar\n▢\n3\nbananas\n,\nvery ripe and mashed\n▢\n2\neggs\n▢\n1\/2\ncup\ncanola oil\n▢\n4\ntbsp\nmelted butter\n▢\n2\ntbsp\nsour cream\n▢\n1\ntbsp\nvanilla extract\nPreheat the Oven\n – 325°F \nMash\n – Using a fork mash the ripe bananas in a bowl.\nCombine Dry Ingredients\n – In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Set aside.\nWhip Sugar and Eggs\n – Then, using the whip attachment, combine the sugar and eggs in a stand alone mixer and mix on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy. \nAdd\n \nOil and Butter\n – Turn the mixer to low and very slowly add in the oil and melted butter. Should take about 1 minute to add these in, slowly whipping to incorporate. \nAdd Bananas, Sour Cream and Vanilla\n – Mix on low for another minute. \nFold in the Dry Ingredients \n– Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the dry ingredients into the wet. Do this just until the ingredients are incorporated, but do not beat or over mix. \nPrepare \n– Cut a piece of parchment paper long enough to hang over the sides of a 9×5 loaf pan. Butter the pan, then place the parchment paper over the top. Butter the parchment paper and all sides of the pan. Pour the batter into the pan.\nBake\nfor\n1 hour\n, then check the center. If it’s still jiggly or not fully set, continue baking in\n10-minute intervals\nuntil the center is fully cooked and no longer sinks. Total bake time can vary between\n1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes\n, depending on your oven.\nFor best results, use whole, organic ingredients whenever possible.\nAdd the oil, butter, and vanilla very slowly, with the mixer running to incorporate air into the mixture. \nBananas must be very brown and ripe to be used in banana bread. Do not try to use yellow bananas.\nThe oven must be preheated before the loaf pan is placed. \nRefrain from under-cooking this recipe; the middle will sink right in. In other words, the loaf must be cooked in the center before being put out. \nCooking times will vary depending on accurate oven temperature, location, elevation, and indoor and outdoor temperature. You need to gauge when this recipe is done by checking the center of the loaf. \nServing:\n1\nLoaf\n,\nCalories:\n2180\nkcal\n,\nCarbohydrates:\n227\ng\n,\nProtein:\n35\ng\n,\nFat:\n129\ng\n,\nSaturated Fat:\n15\ng\n,\nTrans Fat:\n1\ng\n,\nCholesterol:\n340\nmg\n,\nSodium:\n3736\nmg\n,\nPotassium:\n1638\nmg\n,\nFiber:\n15\ng\n,\nSugar:\n46\ng\n,\nVitamin A:\n855\nIU\n,\nVitamin C:\n31\nmg\n,\nCalcium:\n135\nmg\n,\nIron:\n11\nmg\nNutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.\nAbout Eden\nI’m Eden Passante and I develop, create, style and photograph every recipe and party on Sugar and Charm. I’m the author of Entertaining with Charm and have a Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics and I’m here to help you create simple and easy recipes for entertaining and how to add charm to any gathering!\nYou May Also Like","attrs_markdown":"![](https:\/\/ct.pinterest.com\/v3\/?event=init&tid=2612451256110&pd[em]=<hashed_email_address>&noscript=1)\n\n[Skip to content](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#main-content)\n\n[Get My New Cookbook, Entertaining With Charm! →](https:\/\/amzlink.to\/az0TaXE0AleYM)\n\n- [About](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/about)\n- [Contact](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/contact)\n- [Newsletter](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.kit.com\/c32de258d6)\n\n[![Sugar and Charm logo](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20642%2064'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)![Sugar and Charm logo](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/themes\/sugarandcharm-2025\/assets\/images\/primary.png)](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/)\n\nMy Favorites\n\n- [Drinks](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/category\/drinks)\n  - 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Please see our [disclosure policy](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/privacy).\n\n- [Facebook](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsugarandcharm.com%2Fbanana-bread-recipe&t=Super%20Moist%20Banana%20Bread%20Recipe \"Share on Facebook\")\n- Pinterest\n- [Email](mailto:?subject=Super%20Moist%20Banana%20Bread%20Recipe&body=https%3A%2F%2Fsugarandcharm.com%2Fbanana-bread-recipe \"Send over email\")\n\nYou all have made this **moist banana bread** **recipe** *hundreds* of times – and for good reason! It’s buttery, super moist, and full of flavor thanks to ripe bananas, a touch of spice, and my go-to trio: butter, oil, and sour cream. Total 5-star favorite\\!\n\n**Love loaf recipes?** Don’t miss my [pumpkin bread recipe](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/pumpkin-bread), [famous coconut loaf](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/coconut-loaf-cake), and the best [monkey bread loaf](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/easy-monkey-bread)\\!\n\n![Easy and moist homemade banana bread slice](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%201736'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Easy and moist homemade banana bread slice](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/how_to_make_banana_bread.jpg)\n\nPin this now to find it later\n\n[Pin It](https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe&media=https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Banana-Bread-_-12.jpg&description=Super%20Moist%20Banana%20Bread%20Recipe \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\n## Table of Contents\n- [5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-5-star-banana-bread-you-ll-make-on-repeat)\n- [Banana Bread Ingredient Notes](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-banana-bread-ingredient-notes-nbsp)\n- [How to Make Moist Banana Bread](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-make-moist-banana-bread)\n- [How to Mash Bananas](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-mash-bananas-nbsp)\n- [What Loaf Pan Should You Use](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-what-loaf-pan-should-you-use)\n- [Frequently Asked Questions](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-frequently-asked-questions)\n- [Recipe Tips & Variations](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-recipe-tips-amp-variations)\n- [How to Store](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-store-nbsp)\n- [More Recipes You’ll Love](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-more-recipes-you-ll-love)\n- [Super Moist Banana Bread Recipe](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#wprm-recipe-container-54003)\n## 5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat\n![5 star rating for banana bread.](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201554%20402'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![5 star rating for banana bread.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Screen-Shot-2023-09-15-at-9.56.11-AM.png)\n\nThis *super moist banana bread* is the best way to use them up. I tested lots of combos, and the magic mix is **butter, oil, and sour cream** – hello rich, tender perfection\\!\n\nSlather a warm slice with butter and thank me later. It’s perfect for brunch, gifting, or just treating yourself.\n\nAnd if you love banana desserts, try my baked [banana donuts](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-donuts), [blueberry banana muffins](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/blueberry-banana-muffins), and [banana pudding pie](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-pudding-pie).\n\n![Buttery moist banana bread recipe. ](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%201800'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Buttery moist banana bread recipe. ](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Banana-Bread-_-10.jpg)\n## Banana Bread Ingredient Notes\n**[All-purpose flour](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/King-Arthur-Organic-Artisan-Purpose\/dp\/B0046IGQD2\/?tag=sugarandcha-1-bg-20)** – Stabilizes and holds the bread together. I use King Arthur flour for this recipe, but you can also use whole-wheat flour.\n\n**Granulated Sugar** – This recipe is not too sweet, but you can use less sugar. It will change the flavor of the bread, though.\n\n**Very Ripe Bananas** -These add flavor and create moist banana bread. The banana peel should be very brown and ripe. The riper the banana, the sweeter it is.\n\n**Melted Butter** – Use unsalted butter for this bread. Butter adds a lot of flavor and moistness to the bread.\n\n**Sour Cream** – Adds moisture without thinning your batter like a liquid would.\n\n**Canola Oil** – Adds moisture to the recipe. You can also use vegetable, sunflower, or coconut oil. Remember, these tiny changes do affect the original recipe.\n\n**Eggs** – Creates structure and stability. Use large organic eggs when making this bread.\n\n**Cinnamon, Nutmeg, and Salt** – These spices flavor banana bread. Use ground spices for the recipe.\n\n**[Vanilla Extract](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Watkins-Vanilla-Flavor-Extract-Packaging\/dp\/B0046EFJES\/?tag=sugarandcha-1-bg-20)**– Enhances flavors and adds subtle vanilla flavor. Use pure vanilla extract.\n\n![Super ripe bananas. ](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Super ripe bananas. ](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Banana-Bread-_-1-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![Mashed bananas.](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Mashed bananas.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Banana-Bread-_-2-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![sugar and eggs in a mixing bowl to make banana bread.](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![sugar and eggs in a mixing bowl to make banana bread.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Banana-Bread-_-4-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![Flour and spics in a bowl to make banana bread.](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Flour and spics in a bowl to make banana bread.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Flour_-Banana-Bread-_-Story-2-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![Banana bread batter in a mixing bowl](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Banana bread batter in a mixing bowl](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Easy_Banana_Bread_Batter-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![banana bread batter in a loaf pan.](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![banana bread batter in a loaf pan.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Baking_Banana_Bread-683x1024.jpg)\n\n## How to Make Moist Banana Bread\n**Preheat** the oven to 325°F and prep your loaf pan. I like to butter it and line it with parchment for easy removal (and no sticking!).\n\n**Mash** your bananas—they should be *super* brown and spotty for the best flavor. Not ripe yet? Pop them in the oven at 300°F for 15 minutes to speed things up\\!\n\n**Mix dry ingredients** in a bowl: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.\n\n**Whip** the sugar and eggs together on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy.\n\n**Slowly drizzle in** the melted butter and oil while mixing on low.\n\n**Add** the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla—mix just until combined.\n\n**Fold in** the dry ingredients gently. Don’t overmix\\!\n\n**Pour** into your prepared pan and bake for 1 hour. Check the center—if it’s not done, bake in 10-minute intervals until fully set (up to 1 hour 30 min).\n\n![Moist homemade banana bread in parchment paper](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%201720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Moist homemade banana bread in parchment paper](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/The_Best_Banana_Bread_Recipe.jpg)\n\n## How to Mash Bananas\n1. Peel and place ripe bananas in a mixing bowl or stand mixer.\n2. Use a fork or a potato masher to smash the bananas until they are smooth.\n3. You can also use an electric mixer to mash the bananas quickly.\n\n## What Loaf Pan Should You Use\nI’ve made this in **ceramic, glass, and metal**—they all work\\!\n\n- **Ceramic:** Even bake + gorgeous finish (I love my [Emile Henry pan](https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+CYCBjRhI4k2modq3W9bhcw)!)\n- **Glass:** Great for beginners—you can see when it’s done\n- **Metal:** Quick, even browning and easy to handle\n\nUsing a smaller 8×4 pan? Just fill it \\&frac34; full or split into two loaves\\!\n\n![Fluffy banana bread loaf - brown sugar, unsalted butter, greek yogurt](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%201800'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Fluffy banana bread loaf - brown sugar, unsalted butter, greek yogurt](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Moist_Banana_Bread_Recipe.jpg)\n\n## Frequently Asked Questions\n**How Ripe Should Bananas Be for Banana Bread?**\n\nBananas should be very ripe and have a dark brown peel. You don’t want to buy fresh bananas from the grocery store for this recipe, but rather, let them sit on the counter and develop brown, even black, spots.  \nAs bananas ripen, their starches break down into sugar. This breakdown makes them perfect for baking and increases their antioxidant levels. The mushy texture also makes them malleable (ideal for mixing) and provides the loaf with that desirable soft mouthfeel.\n\n**How Do You Ripen Bananas in an Hour?**\n\nPreheat the oven to 300° and place bananas in a lined pan. When the oven’s ready, put the bananas in and regularly check until their skin turns brown. This process mimics the natural one, turning starches to sugar, and is the quickest option other than resting. If you plan ahead and have a few more days, you can place bananas in a brown paper bag to ripen quicker.\n\n**Can I use frozen bananas?**\n\nYes, you can use frozen bananas for this recipe. First, thaw them at room temperature and drain any excess liquid.\n\n![An easy banana bread recipe on white plates with coffee.](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%201800'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![An easy banana bread recipe on white plates with coffee.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Simple_Banana_Bread.jpg)\n\n## Recipe Tips & Variations\nWith Walnuts: If you prefer nuts in your banana bread, fold 1\/2 cup of chopped walnuts at the end.\n\n**Chocolate Chips:** Add 3\/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips to the batter at the end to make chocolate chip banana bread. Give it a light stir.\n\n**Caramel Sauce**: Drizzle [homemade caramel sauce](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/easy-caramel-sauce) over the top.\n\n**Nutella:** Swirl Nutella in the banana bread.\n\n**[Chocolate Ganache](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/chocolate-ganache)**: Pour a chocolate ganache over the top.\n\n**Gluten-Free:** Try Bob’s Red Mills Gluten-Free Baking Flour\n\n**Healthier Flour:** King Arthur, Whole Wheat Traditional Flour\n\n## How to Store\nKeep banana bread in an airtight container at room temp for up to 4 days.\n\n**To Freeze:**  \nLet it cool completely, then wrap tightly in plastic and store in a freezer bag or airtight container. Freeze whole, halved, or sliced for up to 3 months\\!\n\n## More Recipes You’ll Love\nIf you love this recipe, try any of these:\n\n- [Apple Cider Donuts](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/apple-cider-donuts)\n- [Classic Banana Cake](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/classic-banana-cake-recipe)\n- [The Best Pumpkin Pancakes](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/pumpkin-pancake-recipe)\n- [Easy Cinnamon Roll Recipe](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/cinnamon-rolls-recipe)\n- [Lemon Ricotta Pancakes](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/sweet-mornings-lemon-ricotta-pancakes)\n\nHave fun baking, and let me know what you think by leaving a comment and review below\\!\n\nYou can also FOLLOW ME on [FACEBOOK](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sugarandcharm\/), [INSTAGRAM](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sugarandcharm), and [PINTEREST](https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/sugarandcharm\/) to see more delicious recipes, cocktails, desserts, and parties\\!\n\n![Entertaining with Charm cookbook.](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20816%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Entertaining with Charm cookbook.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screen-Shot-2024-02-07-at-12.29.52-PM-copy-816x1024.png)\n\nMy new Entertaining book is here! 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It's easy to make, super moist and full of buttery banana flavor.\n\nPrep: 10 minutes mins\n\nCook: 1 hour hr\n\nTotal: 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins\n\nServings: 1 Loaf\n\n[Save Recipe](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe)[Saved Recipe](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe) [Pin Recipe](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsugarandcharm.com%2Fbanana-bread-recipe&media=https%3A%2F%2Fsugarandcharm.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F02%2FBanana-Bread-_-12.jpg&description=Super+Moist+Banana+Bread+Recipe&is_video=false) [Rate Recipe](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#commentform) [Print Recipe](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wprm_print\/super-moist-banana-bread-recipe)\n\n### Ingredients 1x 2x 3x\n- ▢\n  1 1\/2 cups all-purpose flour\n- ▢\n  1  tsp baking soda\n- ▢\n  1\/2 tsp cinnamon\n- ▢\n  1\/2 tsp nutmeg\n- ▢\n  1 tsp salt\n- ▢\n  1 cup  sugar\n- ▢\n  3 bananas , very ripe and mashed\n- ▢\n  2 eggs\n- ▢\n  1\/2 cup canola oil\n- ▢\n  4 tbsp melted butter\n- ▢\n  2 tbsp sour cream\n- ▢\n  1 tbsp vanilla extract\n\nCook Mode\n\nPrevent your screen from going dark\n\n### Instructions\n- **Preheat the Oven** – 325°F\n- **Mash** – Using a fork mash the ripe bananas in a bowl.\n- **Combine Dry Ingredients** – In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Set aside.\n- **Whip Sugar and Eggs** – Then, using the whip attachment, combine the sugar and eggs in a stand alone mixer and mix on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy.\n- **Add** **Oil and Butter** – Turn the mixer to low and very slowly add in the oil and melted butter. Should take about 1 minute to add these in, slowly whipping to incorporate.\n- **Add Bananas, Sour Cream and Vanilla** – Mix on low for another minute.\n- **Fold in the Dry Ingredients** – Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the dry ingredients into the wet. Do this just until the ingredients are incorporated, but do not beat or over mix.\n- **Prepare** – Cut a piece of parchment paper long enough to hang over the sides of a 9×5 loaf pan. Butter the pan, then place the parchment paper over the top. Butter the parchment paper and all sides of the pan. Pour the batter into the pan.\n- **Bake** for **1 hour**, then check the center. If it’s still jiggly or not fully set, continue baking in **10-minute intervals** until the center is fully cooked and no longer sinks. Total bake time can vary between **1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes**, depending on your oven.\n### Video\n### Notes\nFor best results, use whole, organic ingredients whenever possible.\n\nAdd the oil, butter, and vanilla very slowly, with the mixer running to incorporate air into the mixture.\n\nBananas must be very brown and ripe to be used in banana bread. Do not try to use yellow bananas.\n\nThe oven must be preheated before the loaf pan is placed.\n\nRefrain from under-cooking this recipe; the middle will sink right in. In other words, the loaf must be cooked in the center before being put out.\n\nCooking times will vary depending on accurate oven temperature, location, elevation, and indoor and outdoor temperature. You need to gauge when this recipe is done by checking the center of the loaf.\n\n### Nutrition\nServing: 1Loaf, Calories: 2180kcal, Carbohydrates: 227g, Protein: 35g, Fat: 129g, Saturated Fat: 15g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 340mg, Sodium: 3736mg, Potassium: 1638mg, Fiber: 15g, Sugar: 46g, Vitamin A: 855IU, Vitamin C: 31mg, Calcium: 135mg, Iron: 11mg\n\nNutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.\n\nLike this? 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All rights reserved. [Privacy Policy](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/privacy) • [Accessibility Statement](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/accessibility-statement) • Powered by [CultivateWP](https:\/\/cultivatewp.com\/).\n## Rate This Recipe\n## Recipe Ratings without Comment\nSomething went wrong. Please try again.","attrs_readable_markdown":"This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our [disclosure policy](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/privacy).\n\nYou all have made this **moist banana bread** **recipe** *hundreds* of times – and for good reason! It’s buttery, super moist, and full of flavor thanks to ripe bananas, a touch of spice, and my go-to trio: butter, oil, and sour cream. Total 5-star favorite\\!\n\n**Love loaf recipes?** Don’t miss my [pumpkin bread recipe](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/pumpkin-bread), [famous coconut loaf](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/coconut-loaf-cake), and the best [monkey bread loaf](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/easy-monkey-bread)\\!\n\n![Easy and moist homemade banana bread slice](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/how_to_make_banana_bread.jpg)\n\nPin this now to find it later\n\n[Pin It](https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe&media=https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Banana-Bread-_-12.jpg&description=Super%20Moist%20Banana%20Bread%20Recipe \"Share on Pinterest\")\n\n## Table of Contents\n- [5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-5-star-banana-bread-you-ll-make-on-repeat)\n- [Banana Bread Ingredient Notes](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-banana-bread-ingredient-notes-nbsp)\n- [How to Make Moist Banana Bread](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-make-moist-banana-bread)\n- [How to Mash Bananas](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-mash-bananas-nbsp)\n- [What Loaf Pan Should You Use](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-what-loaf-pan-should-you-use)\n- [Frequently Asked Questions](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-frequently-asked-questions)\n- [Recipe Tips & Variations](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-recipe-tips-amp-variations)\n- [How to Store](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-store-nbsp)\n- [More Recipes You’ll Love](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#h-more-recipes-you-ll-love)\n- [Super Moist Banana Bread Recipe](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-bread-recipe#wprm-recipe-container-54003)\n## 5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat\n![5 star rating for banana bread.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Screen-Shot-2023-09-15-at-9.56.11-AM.png)\n\nThis *super moist banana bread* is the best way to use them up. I tested lots of combos, and the magic mix is **butter, oil, and sour cream** – hello rich, tender perfection\\!\n\nSlather a warm slice with butter and thank me later. It’s perfect for brunch, gifting, or just treating yourself.\n\nAnd if you love banana desserts, try my baked [banana donuts](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-donuts), [blueberry banana muffins](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/blueberry-banana-muffins), and [banana pudding pie](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/banana-pudding-pie).\n\n![Buttery moist banana bread recipe. ](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Banana-Bread-_-10.jpg)\n\n## Banana Bread Ingredient Notes\n**[All-purpose flour](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/King-Arthur-Organic-Artisan-Purpose\/dp\/B0046IGQD2\/?tag=sugarandcha-1-bg-20)** – Stabilizes and holds the bread together. I use King Arthur flour for this recipe, but you can also use whole-wheat flour.\n\n**Granulated Sugar** – This recipe is not too sweet, but you can use less sugar. It will change the flavor of the bread, though.\n\n**Very Ripe Bananas** -These add flavor and create moist banana bread. The banana peel should be very brown and ripe. The riper the banana, the sweeter it is.\n\n**Melted Butter** – Use unsalted butter for this bread. Butter adds a lot of flavor and moistness to the bread.\n\n**Sour Cream** – Adds moisture without thinning your batter like a liquid would.\n\n**Canola Oil** – Adds moisture to the recipe. You can also use vegetable, sunflower, or coconut oil. Remember, these tiny changes do affect the original recipe.\n\n**Eggs** – Creates structure and stability. Use large organic eggs when making this bread.\n\n**Cinnamon, Nutmeg, and Salt** – These spices flavor banana bread. Use ground spices for the recipe.\n\n**[Vanilla Extract](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Watkins-Vanilla-Flavor-Extract-Packaging\/dp\/B0046EFJES\/?tag=sugarandcha-1-bg-20)**– Enhances flavors and adds subtle vanilla flavor. Use pure vanilla extract.\n\n![Super ripe bananas. ](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Banana-Bread-_-1-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![Mashed bananas.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Banana-Bread-_-2-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![sugar and eggs in a mixing bowl to make banana bread.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Banana-Bread-_-4-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![Flour and spics in a bowl to make banana bread.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Flour_-Banana-Bread-_-Story-2-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![Banana bread batter in a mixing bowl](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Easy_Banana_Bread_Batter-683x1024.jpg)\n\n![banana bread batter in a loaf pan.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Baking_Banana_Bread-683x1024.jpg)\n\n## How to Make Moist Banana Bread\n**Preheat** the oven to 325°F and prep your loaf pan. I like to butter it and line it with parchment for easy removal (and no sticking!).\n\n**Mash** your bananas—they should be *super* brown and spotty for the best flavor. Not ripe yet? Pop them in the oven at 300°F for 15 minutes to speed things up\\!\n\n**Mix dry ingredients** in a bowl: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.\n\n**Whip** the sugar and eggs together on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy.\n\n**Slowly drizzle in** the melted butter and oil while mixing on low.\n\n**Add** the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla—mix just until combined.\n\n**Fold in** the dry ingredients gently. Don’t overmix\\!\n\n**Pour** into your prepared pan and bake for 1 hour. Check the center—if it’s not done, bake in 10-minute intervals until fully set (up to 1 hour 30 min).\n\n![Moist homemade banana bread in parchment paper](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/The_Best_Banana_Bread_Recipe.jpg)\n\n## How to Mash Bananas\n1. Peel and place ripe bananas in a mixing bowl or stand mixer.\n2. Use a fork or a potato masher to smash the bananas until they are smooth.\n3. You can also use an electric mixer to mash the bananas quickly.\n\n## What Loaf Pan Should You Use\nI’ve made this in **ceramic, glass, and metal**—they all work\\!\n\n- **Ceramic:** Even bake + gorgeous finish (I love my [Emile Henry pan](https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+CYCBjRhI4k2modq3W9bhcw)!)\n- **Glass:** Great for beginners—you can see when it’s done\n- **Metal:** Quick, even browning and easy to handle\n\nUsing a smaller 8×4 pan? Just fill it \\&frac34; full or split into two loaves\\!\n\n![Fluffy banana bread loaf - brown sugar, unsalted butter, greek yogurt](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Moist_Banana_Bread_Recipe.jpg)\n\n## Frequently Asked Questions\n**How Ripe Should Bananas Be for Banana Bread?**\n\nBananas should be very ripe and have a dark brown peel. You don’t want to buy fresh bananas from the grocery store for this recipe, but rather, let them sit on the counter and develop brown, even black, spots.  \nAs bananas ripen, their starches break down into sugar. This breakdown makes them perfect for baking and increases their antioxidant levels. The mushy texture also makes them malleable (ideal for mixing) and provides the loaf with that desirable soft mouthfeel.\n\n**How Do You Ripen Bananas in an Hour?**\n\nPreheat the oven to 300° and place bananas in a lined pan. When the oven’s ready, put the bananas in and regularly check until their skin turns brown. This process mimics the natural one, turning starches to sugar, and is the quickest option other than resting. If you plan ahead and have a few more days, you can place bananas in a brown paper bag to ripen quicker.\n\n**Can I use frozen bananas?**\n\nYes, you can use frozen bananas for this recipe. First, thaw them at room temperature and drain any excess liquid.\n\n![An easy banana bread recipe on white plates with coffee.](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Simple_Banana_Bread.jpg)\n\n## Recipe Tips & Variations\nWith Walnuts: If you prefer nuts in your banana bread, fold 1\/2 cup of chopped walnuts at the end.\n\n**Chocolate Chips:** Add 3\/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips to the batter at the end to make chocolate chip banana bread. Give it a light stir.\n\n**Caramel Sauce**: Drizzle [homemade caramel sauce](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/easy-caramel-sauce) over the top.\n\n**Nutella:** Swirl Nutella in the banana bread.\n\n**[Chocolate Ganache](https:\/\/sugarandcharm.com\/chocolate-ganache)**: Pour a chocolate ganache over the top.\n\n**Gluten-Free:** Try Bob’s Red Mills Gluten-Free Baking Flour\n\n**Healthier Flour:** King Arthur, Whole Wheat Traditional Flour\n\nHow to Store\n\nKeep banana bread in an airtight container at room temp for up to 4 days.\n\n**To Freeze:**  \nLet it cool completely, then wrap tightly in plastic and store in a freezer bag or airtight container. Freeze whole, halved, or sliced for up to 3 months\\!\n\nYou can also FOLLOW ME on [FACEBOOK](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sugarandcharm\/), [INSTAGRAM](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sugarandcharm), and [PINTEREST](https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/sugarandcharm\/) to see more delicious recipes, cocktails, desserts, and parties\\!\n\n- ▢\n  1 1\/2 cups all-purpose flour\n- ▢\n  1  tsp baking soda\n- ▢\n  1\/2 tsp cinnamon\n- ▢\n  1\/2 tsp nutmeg\n- ▢\n  1 tsp salt\n- ▢\n  1 cup  sugar\n- ▢\n  3 bananas , very ripe and mashed\n- ▢\n  2 eggs\n- ▢\n  1\/2 cup canola oil\n- ▢\n  4 tbsp melted butter\n- ▢\n  2 tbsp sour cream\n- ▢\n  1 tbsp vanilla extract\n\n- **Preheat the Oven** – 325°F\n- **Mash** – Using a fork mash the ripe bananas in a bowl.\n- **Combine Dry Ingredients** – In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Set aside.\n- **Whip Sugar and Eggs** – Then, using the whip attachment, combine the sugar and eggs in a stand alone mixer and mix on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy.\n- **Add** **Oil and Butter** – Turn the mixer to low and very slowly add in the oil and melted butter. Should take about 1 minute to add these in, slowly whipping to incorporate.\n- **Add Bananas, Sour Cream and Vanilla** – Mix on low for another minute.\n- **Fold in the Dry Ingredients** – Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the dry ingredients into the wet. Do this just until the ingredients are incorporated, but do not beat or over mix.\n- **Prepare** – Cut a piece of parchment paper long enough to hang over the sides of a 9×5 loaf pan. Butter the pan, then place the parchment paper over the top. Butter the parchment paper and all sides of the pan. Pour the batter into the pan.\n- **Bake** for **1 hour**, then check the center. If it’s still jiggly or not fully set, continue baking in **10-minute intervals** until the center is fully cooked and no longer sinks. Total bake time can vary between **1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes**, depending on your oven.\n\nFor best results, use whole, organic ingredients whenever possible.\n\nAdd the oil, butter, and vanilla very slowly, with the mixer running to incorporate air into the mixture.\n\nBananas must be very brown and ripe to be used in banana bread. Do not try to use yellow bananas.\n\nThe oven must be preheated before the loaf pan is placed.\n\nRefrain from under-cooking this recipe; the middle will sink right in. In other words, the loaf must be cooked in the center before being put out.\n\nCooking times will vary depending on accurate oven temperature, location, elevation, and indoor and outdoor temperature. You need to gauge when this recipe is done by checking the center of the loaf.\n\nServing: 1Loaf, Calories: 2180kcal, Carbohydrates: 227g, Protein: 35g, Fat: 129g, Saturated Fat: 15g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 340mg, Sodium: 3736mg, Potassium: 1638mg, Fiber: 15g, Sugar: 46g, Vitamin A: 855IU, Vitamin C: 31mg, Calcium: 135mg, Iron: 11mg\n\nNutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.\n\nAbout Eden\n\nI’m Eden Passante and I develop, create, style and photograph every recipe and party on Sugar and Charm. I’m the author of Entertaining with Charm and have a Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics and I’m here to help you create simple and easy recipes for entertaining and how to add charm to any gathering\\!\n\nYou May Also Like","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our disclosure policy . You all have made this moist banana bread recipe hundreds of times – and for good reason! It’s buttery, super moist, and full of flavor thanks to ripe bananas, a touch of spice, and my go-to trio: butter, oil, and sour cream. Total 5-star favorite! Love loaf recipes? Don’t miss my pumpkin bread recipe , famous coconut loaf , and the best monkey bread loaf ! Pin this now to find it later Pin It Table of Contents 5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat Banana Bread Ingredient Notes How to Make Moist Banana Bread How to Mash Bananas What Loaf Pan Should You Use Frequently Asked Questions Recipe Tips & Variations How to Store More Recipes You’ll Love Super Moist Banana Bread Recipe 5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat This super moist banana bread is the best way to use them up. I tested lots of combos, and the magic mix is butter, oil, and sour cream – hello rich, tender perfection! Slather a warm slice with butter and thank me later. It’s perfect for brunch, gifting, or just treating yourself. And if you love banana desserts, try my baked banana donuts , blueberry banana muffins , and banana pudding pie . Banana Bread Ingredient Notes All-purpose flour – Stabilizes and holds the bread together. I use King Arthur flour for this recipe, but you can also use whole-wheat flour. Granulated Sugar – This recipe is not too sweet, but you can use less sugar. It will change the flavor of the bread, though. Very Ripe Bananas -These add flavor and create moist banana bread. The banana peel should be very brown and ripe. The riper the banana, the sweeter it is. Melted Butter – Use unsalted butter for this bread. Butter adds a lot of flavor and moistness to the bread. Sour Cream – Adds moisture without thinning your batter like a liquid would. Canola Oil – Adds moisture to the recipe. You can also use vegetable, sunflower, or coconut oil. Remember, these tiny changes do affect the original recipe. Eggs – Creates structure and stability. Use large organic eggs when making this bread. Cinnamon, Nutmeg, and Salt – These spices flavor banana bread. Use ground spices for the recipe. Vanilla Extract – Enhances flavors and adds subtle vanilla flavor. Use pure vanilla extract. How to Make Moist Banana Bread Preheat the oven to 325°F and prep your loaf pan. I like to butter it and line it with parchment for easy removal (and no sticking!). Mash your bananas—they should be super brown and spotty for the best flavor. Not ripe yet? Pop them in the oven at 300°F for 15 minutes to speed things up! Mix dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whip the sugar and eggs together on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy. Slowly drizzle in the melted butter and oil while mixing on low. Add the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla—mix just until combined. Fold in the dry ingredients gently. Don’t overmix! Pour into your prepared pan and bake for 1 hour. Check the center—if it’s not done, bake in 10-minute intervals until fully set (up to 1 hour 30 min). How to Mash Bananas Peel and place ripe bananas in a mixing bowl or stand mixer. Use a fork or a potato masher to smash the bananas until they are smooth. You can also use an electric mixer to mash the bananas quickly. What Loaf Pan Should You Use I’ve made this in ceramic, glass, and metal —they all work! Ceramic: Even bake + gorgeous finish (I love my Emile Henry pan !) Glass: Great for beginners—you can see when it’s done Metal: Quick, even browning and easy to handle Using a smaller 8×4 pan? Just fill it ¾ full or split into two loaves! Frequently Asked Questions How Ripe Should Bananas Be for Banana Bread? Bananas should be very ripe and have a dark brown peel. You don’t want to buy fresh bananas from the grocery store for this recipe, but rather, let them sit on the counter and develop brown, even black, spots. As bananas ripen, their starches break down into sugar. This breakdown makes them perfect for baking and increases their antioxidant levels. The mushy texture also makes them malleable (ideal for mixing) and provides the loaf with that desirable soft mouthfeel. How Do You Ripen Bananas in an Hour? Preheat the oven to 300° and place bananas in a lined pan. When the oven’s ready, put the bananas in and regularly check until their skin turns brown. This process mimics the natural one, turning starches to sugar, and is the quickest option other than resting. If you plan ahead and have a few more days, you can place bananas in a brown paper bag to ripen quicker. Can I use frozen bananas? Yes, you can use frozen bananas for this recipe. First, thaw them at room temperature and drain any excess liquid. Recipe Tips & Variations With Walnuts: If you prefer nuts in your banana bread, fold 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts at the end. Chocolate Chips: Add 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips to the batter at the end to make chocolate chip banana bread. Give it a light stir. Caramel Sauce : Drizzle homemade caramel sauce over the top. Nutella: Swirl Nutella in the banana bread. Chocolate Ganache : Pour a chocolate ganache over the top. Gluten-Free: Try Bob’s Red Mills Gluten-Free Baking Flour Healthier Flour: King Arthur, Whole Wheat Traditional Flour How to Store Keep banana bread in an airtight container at room temp for up to 4 days. To Freeze: Let it cool completely, then wrap tightly in plastic and store in a freezer bag or airtight container. Freeze whole, halved, or sliced for up to 3 months! You can also FOLLOW ME on FACEBOOK , INSTAGRAM , and PINTEREST to see more delicious recipes, cocktails, desserts, and parties! ▢ 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour ▢ 1 tsp baking soda ▢ 1/2 tsp cinnamon ▢ 1/2 tsp nutmeg ▢ 1 tsp salt ▢ 1 cup sugar ▢ 3 bananas , very ripe and mashed ▢ 2 eggs ▢ 1/2 cup canola oil ▢ 4 tbsp melted butter ▢ 2 tbsp sour cream ▢ 1 tbsp vanilla extract Preheat the Oven – 325°F Mash – Using a fork mash the ripe bananas in a bowl. Combine Dry Ingredients – In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Set aside. Whip Sugar and Eggs – Then, using the whip attachment, combine the sugar and eggs in a stand alone mixer and mix on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy. Add Oil and Butter – Turn the mixer to low and very slowly add in the oil and melted butter. Should take about 1 minute to add these in, slowly whipping to incorporate. Add Bananas, Sour Cream and Vanilla – Mix on low for another minute. Fold in the Dry Ingredients – Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the dry ingredients into the wet. Do this just until the ingredients are incorporated, but do not beat or over mix. Prepare – Cut a piece of parchment paper long enough to hang over the sides of a 9×5 loaf pan. Butter the pan, then place the parchment paper over the top. Butter the parchment paper and all sides of the pan. Pour the batter into the pan. Bake for 1 hour , then check the center. If it’s still jiggly or not fully set, continue baking in 10-minute intervals until the center is fully cooked and no longer sinks. Total bake time can vary between 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes , depending on your oven. For best results, use whole, organic ingredients whenever possible. Add the oil, butter, and vanilla very slowly, with the mixer running to incorporate air into the mixture. Bananas must be very brown and ripe to be used in banana bread. Do not try to use yellow bananas. The oven must be preheated before the loaf pan is placed. Refrain from under-cooking this recipe; the middle will sink right in. In other words, the loaf must be cooked in the center before being put out. Cooking times will vary depending on accurate oven temperature, location, elevation, and indoor and outdoor temperature. You need to gauge when this recipe is done by checking the center of the loaf. Serving: 1 Loaf , Calories: 2180 kcal , Carbohydrates: 227 g , Protein: 35 g , Fat: 129 g , Saturated Fat: 15 g , Trans Fat: 1 g , Cholesterol: 340 mg , Sodium: 3736 mg , Potassium: 1638 mg , Fiber: 15 g , Sugar: 46 g , Vitamin A: 855 IU , Vitamin C: 31 mg , Calcium: 135 mg , Iron: 11 mg Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation. About Eden I’m Eden Passante and I develop, create, style and photograph every recipe and party on Sugar and Charm. 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Please see our [disclosure policy](https://sugarandcharm.com/privacy). - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsugarandcharm.com%2Fbanana-bread-recipe&t=Super%20Moist%20Banana%20Bread%20Recipe "Share on Facebook") - Pinterest - [Email](mailto:?subject=Super%20Moist%20Banana%20Bread%20Recipe&body=https%3A%2F%2Fsugarandcharm.com%2Fbanana-bread-recipe "Send over email") You all have made this moist banana bread recipe hundreds of times – and for good reason! It’s buttery, super moist, and full of flavor thanks to ripe bananas, a touch of spice, and my go-to trio: butter, oil, and sour cream. Total 5-star favorite\! Love loaf recipes? Don’t miss my [pumpkin bread recipe](https://sugarandcharm.com/pumpkin-bread), [famous coconut loaf](https://sugarandcharm.com/coconut-loaf-cake), and the best [monkey bread loaf](https://sugarandcharm.com/easy-monkey-bread)\! ![Easy and moist homemade banana bread slice](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%201736'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Easy and moist homemade banana bread slice](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/how_to_make_banana_bread.jpg) Pin this now to find it later [Pin It](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe&media=https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Banana-Bread-_-12.jpg&description=Super%20Moist%20Banana%20Bread%20Recipe "Share on Pinterest") ## Table of Contents - [5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-5-star-banana-bread-you-ll-make-on-repeat) - [Banana Bread Ingredient Notes](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-banana-bread-ingredient-notes-nbsp) - [How to Make Moist Banana Bread](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-make-moist-banana-bread) - [How to Mash Bananas](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-mash-bananas-nbsp) - [What Loaf Pan Should You Use](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-what-loaf-pan-should-you-use) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-frequently-asked-questions) - [Recipe Tips & Variations](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-recipe-tips-amp-variations) - [How to Store](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-store-nbsp) - [More Recipes You’ll Love](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-more-recipes-you-ll-love) - [Super Moist Banana Bread Recipe](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#wprm-recipe-container-54003) ## 5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat ![5 star rating for banana bread.](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201554%20402'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![5 star rating for banana bread.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Screen-Shot-2023-09-15-at-9.56.11-AM.png) This super moist banana bread is the best way to use them up. I tested lots of combos, and the magic mix is butter, oil, and sour cream – hello rich, tender perfection\! Slather a warm slice with butter and thank me later. It’s perfect for brunch, gifting, or just treating yourself. And if you love banana desserts, try my baked [banana donuts](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-donuts), [blueberry banana muffins](https://sugarandcharm.com/blueberry-banana-muffins), and [banana pudding pie](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-pudding-pie). ![Buttery moist banana bread recipe. ](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%201800'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Buttery moist banana bread recipe. ](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Banana-Bread-_-10.jpg) ## Banana Bread Ingredient Notes [All-purpose flour](https://www.amazon.com/King-Arthur-Organic-Artisan-Purpose/dp/B0046IGQD2/?tag=sugarandcha-1-bg-20) – Stabilizes and holds the bread together. I use King Arthur flour for this recipe, but you can also use whole-wheat flour. Granulated Sugar – This recipe is not too sweet, but you can use less sugar. It will change the flavor of the bread, though. Very Ripe Bananas -These add flavor and create moist banana bread. The banana peel should be very brown and ripe. The riper the banana, the sweeter it is. Melted Butter – Use unsalted butter for this bread. Butter adds a lot of flavor and moistness to the bread. Sour Cream – Adds moisture without thinning your batter like a liquid would. Canola Oil – Adds moisture to the recipe. You can also use vegetable, sunflower, or coconut oil. Remember, these tiny changes do affect the original recipe. Eggs – Creates structure and stability. Use large organic eggs when making this bread. Cinnamon, Nutmeg, and Salt – These spices flavor banana bread. Use ground spices for the recipe. [Vanilla Extract](https://www.amazon.com/Watkins-Vanilla-Flavor-Extract-Packaging/dp/B0046EFJES/?tag=sugarandcha-1-bg-20)– Enhances flavors and adds subtle vanilla flavor. Use pure vanilla extract. ![Super ripe bananas. ](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Super ripe bananas. ](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Banana-Bread-_-1-683x1024.jpg) ![Mashed bananas.](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Mashed bananas.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Banana-Bread-_-2-683x1024.jpg) ![sugar and eggs in a mixing bowl to make banana bread.](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![sugar and eggs in a mixing bowl to make banana bread.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Banana-Bread-_-4-683x1024.jpg) ![Flour and spics in a bowl to make banana bread.](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Flour and spics in a bowl to make banana bread.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Flour_-Banana-Bread-_-Story-2-683x1024.jpg) ![Banana bread batter in a mixing bowl](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Banana bread batter in a mixing bowl](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Easy_Banana_Bread_Batter-683x1024.jpg) ![banana bread batter in a loaf pan.](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![banana bread batter in a loaf pan.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Baking_Banana_Bread-683x1024.jpg) ## How to Make Moist Banana Bread Preheat the oven to 325°F and prep your loaf pan. I like to butter it and line it with parchment for easy removal (and no sticking!). Mash your bananas—they should be super brown and spotty for the best flavor. Not ripe yet? Pop them in the oven at 300°F for 15 minutes to speed things up\! Mix dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whip the sugar and eggs together on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy. Slowly drizzle in the melted butter and oil while mixing on low. Add the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla—mix just until combined. Fold in the dry ingredients gently. Don’t overmix\! Pour into your prepared pan and bake for 1 hour. Check the center—if it’s not done, bake in 10-minute intervals until fully set (up to 1 hour 30 min). ![Moist homemade banana bread in parchment paper](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%201720'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Moist homemade banana bread in parchment paper](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/The_Best_Banana_Bread_Recipe.jpg) ## How to Mash Bananas 1. Peel and place ripe bananas in a mixing bowl or stand mixer. 2. Use a fork or a potato masher to smash the bananas until they are smooth. 3. You can also use an electric mixer to mash the bananas quickly. ## What Loaf Pan Should You Use I’ve made this in ceramic, glass, and metal—they all work\! - Ceramic: Even bake + gorgeous finish (I love my [Emile Henry pan](https://rstyle.me/+CYCBjRhI4k2modq3W9bhcw)!) - Glass: Great for beginners—you can see when it’s done - Metal: Quick, even browning and easy to handle Using a smaller 8×4 pan? Just fill it \¾ full or split into two loaves\! ![Fluffy banana bread loaf - brown sugar, unsalted butter, greek yogurt](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%201800'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Fluffy banana bread loaf - brown sugar, unsalted butter, greek yogurt](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Moist_Banana_Bread_Recipe.jpg) ## Frequently Asked Questions How Ripe Should Bananas Be for Banana Bread? Bananas should be very ripe and have a dark brown peel. You don’t want to buy fresh bananas from the grocery store for this recipe, but rather, let them sit on the counter and develop brown, even black, spots. As bananas ripen, their starches break down into sugar. This breakdown makes them perfect for baking and increases their antioxidant levels. The mushy texture also makes them malleable (ideal for mixing) and provides the loaf with that desirable soft mouthfeel. How Do You Ripen Bananas in an Hour? Preheat the oven to 300° and place bananas in a lined pan. When the oven’s ready, put the bananas in and regularly check until their skin turns brown. This process mimics the natural one, turning starches to sugar, and is the quickest option other than resting. If you plan ahead and have a few more days, you can place bananas in a brown paper bag to ripen quicker. Can I use frozen bananas? Yes, you can use frozen bananas for this recipe. First, thaw them at room temperature and drain any excess liquid. ![An easy banana bread recipe on white plates with coffee.](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%201800'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![An easy banana bread recipe on white plates with coffee.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Simple_Banana_Bread.jpg) ## Recipe Tips & Variations With Walnuts: If you prefer nuts in your banana bread, fold 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts at the end. Chocolate Chips: Add 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips to the batter at the end to make chocolate chip banana bread. Give it a light stir. Caramel Sauce: Drizzle [homemade caramel sauce](https://sugarandcharm.com/easy-caramel-sauce) over the top. Nutella: Swirl Nutella in the banana bread. [Chocolate Ganache](https://sugarandcharm.com/chocolate-ganache): Pour a chocolate ganache over the top. Gluten-Free: Try Bob’s Red Mills Gluten-Free Baking Flour Healthier Flour: King Arthur, Whole Wheat Traditional Flour ## How to Store Keep banana bread in an airtight container at room temp for up to 4 days. To Freeze: Let it cool completely, then wrap tightly in plastic and store in a freezer bag or airtight container. Freeze whole, halved, or sliced for up to 3 months\! ## More Recipes You’ll Love If you love this recipe, try any of these: - [Apple Cider Donuts](https://sugarandcharm.com/apple-cider-donuts) - [Classic Banana Cake](https://sugarandcharm.com/classic-banana-cake-recipe) - [The Best Pumpkin Pancakes](https://sugarandcharm.com/pumpkin-pancake-recipe) - [Easy Cinnamon Roll Recipe](https://sugarandcharm.com/cinnamon-rolls-recipe) - [Lemon Ricotta Pancakes](https://sugarandcharm.com/sweet-mornings-lemon-ricotta-pancakes) Have fun baking, and let me know what you think by leaving a comment and review below\! 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It's easy to make, super moist and full of buttery banana flavor. Prep: 10 minutes mins Cook: 1 hour hr Total: 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins Servings: 1 Loaf [Save Recipe](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe)[Saved Recipe](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe) [Pin Recipe](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsugarandcharm.com%2Fbanana-bread-recipe&media=https%3A%2F%2Fsugarandcharm.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F02%2FBanana-Bread-_-12.jpg&description=Super+Moist+Banana+Bread+Recipe&is_video=false) [Rate Recipe](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#commentform) [Print Recipe](https://sugarandcharm.com/wprm_print/super-moist-banana-bread-recipe) ### Ingredients 1x 2x 3x - ▢ 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour - ▢ 1 tsp baking soda - ▢ 1/2 tsp cinnamon - ▢ 1/2 tsp nutmeg - ▢ 1 tsp salt - ▢ 1 cup sugar - ▢ 3 bananas , very ripe and mashed - ▢ 2 eggs - ▢ 1/2 cup canola oil - ▢ 4 tbsp melted butter - ▢ 2 tbsp sour cream - ▢ 1 tbsp vanilla extract Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark ### Instructions - Preheat the Oven – 325°F - Mash – Using a fork mash the ripe bananas in a bowl. - Combine Dry Ingredients – In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Set aside. - Whip Sugar and Eggs – Then, using the whip attachment, combine the sugar and eggs in a stand alone mixer and mix on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy. - Add Oil and Butter – Turn the mixer to low and very slowly add in the oil and melted butter. Should take about 1 minute to add these in, slowly whipping to incorporate. - Add Bananas, Sour Cream and Vanilla – Mix on low for another minute. - Fold in the Dry Ingredients – Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the dry ingredients into the wet. Do this just until the ingredients are incorporated, but do not beat or over mix. - Prepare – Cut a piece of parchment paper long enough to hang over the sides of a 9×5 loaf pan. Butter the pan, then place the parchment paper over the top. Butter the parchment paper and all sides of the pan. Pour the batter into the pan. - Bake for 1 hour, then check the center. If it’s still jiggly or not fully set, continue baking in 10-minute intervals until the center is fully cooked and no longer sinks. Total bake time can vary between 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes, depending on your oven. ### Video ### Notes For best results, use whole, organic ingredients whenever possible. Add the oil, butter, and vanilla very slowly, with the mixer running to incorporate air into the mixture. Bananas must be very brown and ripe to be used in banana bread. Do not try to use yellow bananas. The oven must be preheated before the loaf pan is placed. Refrain from under-cooking this recipe; the middle will sink right in. In other words, the loaf must be cooked in the center before being put out. Cooking times will vary depending on accurate oven temperature, location, elevation, and indoor and outdoor temperature. You need to gauge when this recipe is done by checking the center of the loaf. ### Nutrition Serving: 1Loaf, Calories: 2180kcal, Carbohydrates: 227g, Protein: 35g, Fat: 129g, Saturated Fat: 15g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 340mg, Sodium: 3736mg, Potassium: 1638mg, Fiber: 15g, Sugar: 46g, Vitamin A: 855IU, Vitamin C: 31mg, Calcium: 135mg, Iron: 11mg Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation. Like this? Leave a comment below\! 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Readable Markdown	This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our [disclosure policy](https://sugarandcharm.com/privacy). You all have made this moist banana bread recipe hundreds of times – and for good reason! It’s buttery, super moist, and full of flavor thanks to ripe bananas, a touch of spice, and my go-to trio: butter, oil, and sour cream. Total 5-star favorite\! Love loaf recipes? Don’t miss my [pumpkin bread recipe](https://sugarandcharm.com/pumpkin-bread), [famous coconut loaf](https://sugarandcharm.com/coconut-loaf-cake), and the best [monkey bread loaf](https://sugarandcharm.com/easy-monkey-bread)\! ![Easy and moist homemade banana bread slice](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/how_to_make_banana_bread.jpg) Pin this now to find it later [Pin It](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe&media=https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Banana-Bread-_-12.jpg&description=Super%20Moist%20Banana%20Bread%20Recipe "Share on Pinterest") ## Table of Contents - [5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-5-star-banana-bread-you-ll-make-on-repeat) - [Banana Bread Ingredient Notes](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-banana-bread-ingredient-notes-nbsp) - [How to Make Moist Banana Bread](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-make-moist-banana-bread) - [How to Mash Bananas](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-mash-bananas-nbsp) - [What Loaf Pan Should You Use](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-what-loaf-pan-should-you-use) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-frequently-asked-questions) - [Recipe Tips & Variations](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-recipe-tips-amp-variations) - [How to Store](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-how-to-store-nbsp) - [More Recipes You’ll Love](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#h-more-recipes-you-ll-love) - [Super Moist Banana Bread Recipe](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-bread-recipe#wprm-recipe-container-54003) ## 5-Star Banana Bread You’ll Make on Repeat ![5 star rating for banana bread.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Screen-Shot-2023-09-15-at-9.56.11-AM.png) This super moist banana bread is the best way to use them up. I tested lots of combos, and the magic mix is butter, oil, and sour cream – hello rich, tender perfection\! Slather a warm slice with butter and thank me later. It’s perfect for brunch, gifting, or just treating yourself. And if you love banana desserts, try my baked [banana donuts](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-donuts), [blueberry banana muffins](https://sugarandcharm.com/blueberry-banana-muffins), and [banana pudding pie](https://sugarandcharm.com/banana-pudding-pie). ![Buttery moist banana bread recipe. ](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Banana-Bread-_-10.jpg) ## Banana Bread Ingredient Notes [All-purpose flour](https://www.amazon.com/King-Arthur-Organic-Artisan-Purpose/dp/B0046IGQD2/?tag=sugarandcha-1-bg-20) – Stabilizes and holds the bread together. I use King Arthur flour for this recipe, but you can also use whole-wheat flour. Granulated Sugar – This recipe is not too sweet, but you can use less sugar. It will change the flavor of the bread, though. Very Ripe Bananas -These add flavor and create moist banana bread. The banana peel should be very brown and ripe. The riper the banana, the sweeter it is. Melted Butter – Use unsalted butter for this bread. Butter adds a lot of flavor and moistness to the bread. Sour Cream – Adds moisture without thinning your batter like a liquid would. Canola Oil – Adds moisture to the recipe. You can also use vegetable, sunflower, or coconut oil. Remember, these tiny changes do affect the original recipe. Eggs – Creates structure and stability. Use large organic eggs when making this bread. Cinnamon, Nutmeg, and Salt – These spices flavor banana bread. Use ground spices for the recipe. [Vanilla Extract](https://www.amazon.com/Watkins-Vanilla-Flavor-Extract-Packaging/dp/B0046EFJES/?tag=sugarandcha-1-bg-20)– Enhances flavors and adds subtle vanilla flavor. Use pure vanilla extract. ![Super ripe bananas. ](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Banana-Bread-_-1-683x1024.jpg) ![Mashed bananas.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Banana-Bread-_-2-683x1024.jpg) ![sugar and eggs in a mixing bowl to make banana bread.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Banana-Bread-_-4-683x1024.jpg) ![Flour and spics in a bowl to make banana bread.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Flour_-Banana-Bread-_-Story-2-683x1024.jpg) ![Banana bread batter in a mixing bowl](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Easy_Banana_Bread_Batter-683x1024.jpg) ![banana bread batter in a loaf pan.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Baking_Banana_Bread-683x1024.jpg) ## How to Make Moist Banana Bread Preheat the oven to 325°F and prep your loaf pan. I like to butter it and line it with parchment for easy removal (and no sticking!). Mash your bananas—they should be super brown and spotty for the best flavor. Not ripe yet? Pop them in the oven at 300°F for 15 minutes to speed things up\! Mix dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whip the sugar and eggs together on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy. Slowly drizzle in the melted butter and oil while mixing on low. Add the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla—mix just until combined. Fold in the dry ingredients gently. Don’t overmix\! Pour into your prepared pan and bake for 1 hour. Check the center—if it’s not done, bake in 10-minute intervals until fully set (up to 1 hour 30 min). ![Moist homemade banana bread in parchment paper](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/The_Best_Banana_Bread_Recipe.jpg) ## How to Mash Bananas 1. Peel and place ripe bananas in a mixing bowl or stand mixer. 2. Use a fork or a potato masher to smash the bananas until they are smooth. 3. You can also use an electric mixer to mash the bananas quickly. ## What Loaf Pan Should You Use I’ve made this in ceramic, glass, and metal—they all work\! - Ceramic: Even bake + gorgeous finish (I love my [Emile Henry pan](https://rstyle.me/+CYCBjRhI4k2modq3W9bhcw)!) - Glass: Great for beginners—you can see when it’s done - Metal: Quick, even browning and easy to handle Using a smaller 8×4 pan? Just fill it \¾ full or split into two loaves\! ![Fluffy banana bread loaf - brown sugar, unsalted butter, greek yogurt](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Moist_Banana_Bread_Recipe.jpg) ## Frequently Asked Questions How Ripe Should Bananas Be for Banana Bread? Bananas should be very ripe and have a dark brown peel. You don’t want to buy fresh bananas from the grocery store for this recipe, but rather, let them sit on the counter and develop brown, even black, spots. As bananas ripen, their starches break down into sugar. This breakdown makes them perfect for baking and increases their antioxidant levels. The mushy texture also makes them malleable (ideal for mixing) and provides the loaf with that desirable soft mouthfeel. How Do You Ripen Bananas in an Hour? Preheat the oven to 300° and place bananas in a lined pan. When the oven’s ready, put the bananas in and regularly check until their skin turns brown. This process mimics the natural one, turning starches to sugar, and is the quickest option other than resting. If you plan ahead and have a few more days, you can place bananas in a brown paper bag to ripen quicker. Can I use frozen bananas? Yes, you can use frozen bananas for this recipe. First, thaw them at room temperature and drain any excess liquid. ![An easy banana bread recipe on white plates with coffee.](https://sugarandcharm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Simple_Banana_Bread.jpg) ## Recipe Tips & Variations With Walnuts: If you prefer nuts in your banana bread, fold 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts at the end. Chocolate Chips: Add 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips to the batter at the end to make chocolate chip banana bread. Give it a light stir. Caramel Sauce: Drizzle [homemade caramel sauce](https://sugarandcharm.com/easy-caramel-sauce) over the top. Nutella: Swirl Nutella in the banana bread. [Chocolate Ganache](https://sugarandcharm.com/chocolate-ganache): Pour a chocolate ganache over the top. Gluten-Free: Try Bob’s Red Mills Gluten-Free Baking Flour Healthier Flour: King Arthur, Whole Wheat Traditional Flour How to Store Keep banana bread in an airtight container at room temp for up to 4 days. To Freeze: Let it cool completely, then wrap tightly in plastic and store in a freezer bag or airtight container. Freeze whole, halved, or sliced for up to 3 months\! You can also FOLLOW ME on [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/sugarandcharm/), [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/sugarandcharm), and [PINTEREST](https://www.pinterest.ca/sugarandcharm/) to see more delicious recipes, cocktails, desserts, and parties\! - ▢ 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour - ▢ 1 tsp baking soda - ▢ 1/2 tsp cinnamon - ▢ 1/2 tsp nutmeg - ▢ 1 tsp salt - ▢ 1 cup sugar - ▢ 3 bananas , very ripe and mashed - ▢ 2 eggs - ▢ 1/2 cup canola oil - ▢ 4 tbsp melted butter - ▢ 2 tbsp sour cream - ▢ 1 tbsp vanilla extract - Preheat the Oven – 325°F - Mash – Using a fork mash the ripe bananas in a bowl. - Combine Dry Ingredients – In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Set aside. - Whip Sugar and Eggs – Then, using the whip attachment, combine the sugar and eggs in a stand alone mixer and mix on medium for 5 minutes until light and fluffy. - Add Oil and Butter – Turn the mixer to low and very slowly add in the oil and melted butter. Should take about 1 minute to add these in, slowly whipping to incorporate. - Add Bananas, Sour Cream and Vanilla – Mix on low for another minute. - Fold in the Dry Ingredients – Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the dry ingredients into the wet. Do this just until the ingredients are incorporated, but do not beat or over mix. - Prepare – Cut a piece of parchment paper long enough to hang over the sides of a 9×5 loaf pan. Butter the pan, then place the parchment paper over the top. Butter the parchment paper and all sides of the pan. Pour the batter into the pan. - Bake for 1 hour, then check the center. If it’s still jiggly or not fully set, continue baking in 10-minute intervals until the center is fully cooked and no longer sinks. Total bake time can vary between 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes, depending on your oven. For best results, use whole, organic ingredients whenever possible. Add the oil, butter, and vanilla very slowly, with the mixer running to incorporate air into the mixture. Bananas must be very brown and ripe to be used in banana bread. Do not try to use yellow bananas. The oven must be preheated before the loaf pan is placed. Refrain from under-cooking this recipe; the middle will sink right in. In other words, the loaf must be cooked in the center before being put out. Cooking times will vary depending on accurate oven temperature, location, elevation, and indoor and outdoor temperature. You need to gauge when this recipe is done by checking the center of the loaf. Serving: 1Loaf, Calories: 2180kcal, Carbohydrates: 227g, Protein: 35g, Fat: 129g, Saturated Fat: 15g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 340mg, Sodium: 3736mg, Potassium: 1638mg, Fiber: 15g, Sugar: 46g, Vitamin A: 855IU, Vitamin C: 31mg, Calcium: 135mg, Iron: 11mg Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation. About Eden I’m Eden Passante and I develop, create, style and photograph every recipe and party on Sugar and Charm. I’m the author of Entertaining with Charm and have a Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics and I’m here to help you create simple and easy recipes for entertaining and how to add charm to any gathering\! You May Also Like
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