Description
Discover the secret to making the best banana bread! By letting your batter rest before baking, you’ll achieve a fluffier, more flavorful, and perfectly moist loaf. This easy recipe will change the way you bake banana bread forever!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk (or yogurt for extra moisture)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for extra warmth)
- ½ cup (60g) chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the buttermilk (or yogurt) for extra moisture. If using walnuts or chocolate chips, fold them in now.
Step 2: Let the Batter Rest
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the batter rest for 30-60 minutes at room temperature (or refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor).
Step 3: Bake to Perfection
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Pour the rested batter into the pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Don’t skip the rest time! It helps develop flavor and ensures a soft, tender crumb.
- Overripe bananas (with brown spots) work best for maximum sweetness.
- Store banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- If your loaf is browning too quickly, tent it with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American