Rich Banana bread

Here’s a recipe for a rich, moist, and decadent banana bread that’s sure to be a hit!

Rich Banana Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe bananas (the riper, the better for sweetness!)

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)

• 1 cup brown sugar (packed, for richness)

• 2 large eggs

• 1/2 cup sour cream (adds moisture and richness)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, but adds crunch)

• 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional, if you want an indulgent twist)

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional for extra flavor)

• 1 tablespoon milk (if you want the batter to be a bit more pourable)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan (or line it with parchment paper).

2. Mash the bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until they’re smooth but still a bit chunky.

3. Cream the butter and sugar: In another bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar together until the mixture is fluffy and light.

4. Add the eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

5. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).

6. Mix in the dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.

7. Add the bananas and sour cream: Fold in the mashed bananas and sour cream until the batter is just combined. If you like, you can add a tablespoon of milk to loosen the batter a bit.

8. Add mix-ins: Gently fold in any extras like chopped nuts or chocolate chips.

9. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 60–70 minutes (depending on your oven), or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

10. Cool: Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips for Success:

• The more ripe your bananas, the better! They provide natural sweetness and flavor.

• You can also experiment with adding a bit of coconut or even swirls of peanut butter or Nutella for a rich twist.

• If you’re looking for a slightly healthier option, you can substitute half of the butter with applesauce or Greek yogurt.