🍌💛 Mom’s Classic Banana Bread (Moist, Tender & Perfect Every Time!)
There’s nothing more comforting than a slice of warm, homemade banana bread. This Mom’s Banana Bread recipe is rich, moist, tender, and full of real banana flavor — the kind that fills your kitchen with the sweetest smell and brings everyone running.
It’s the perfect way to use up ripe bananas and create a cozy treat the whole family will love. Whether you enjoy it warm with butter, toasted for breakfast, or as an afternoon snack with a cup of tea or coffee… this banana bread is pure comfort in every bite.
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Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine dry ingredients in a medium mixing bowl (flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt).
- In a large bowl, cream butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, milk, and vanilla to the creamed butter mixture — beat until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- Stir in the mashed bananas (do not over-mix — this keeps the bread tender!).
- Pour batter into 2 medium loaf pans.
- Sprinkle a little brown sugar on top for a sweet, caramelized crust.
- Bake at 350°F for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool slightly, slice, and enjoy!
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Tips for the Best Banana Bread
✅ Use extra-ripe bananas (spotted or blackened — they add sweetness & moisture)
✅ Don’t over-mix the batter
✅ Add-ins like chocolate chips, walnuts, cinnamon, or pecans are delicious
✅ Store tightly wrapped — tastes even better the next day!
✅ You can freeze slices for quick breakfasts
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Storage
- Room Temp: 3–4 days (wrapped)
- Fridge: Up to 1 week
- Freezer: Up to 3 months
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Serving Ideas
Serve warm with:
- Butter or cinnamon butter
- Honey or maple syrup
- Cream cheese spread
- Peanut butter or almond butter
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Classic, tried-and-true recipe
- Super moist and tender crumb
- Sweet, rich banana flavor
- Perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack
- Family-friendly & freezer-friendly
This is one of those recipes that never goes out of style — the kind passed down through generations and filled with memories and love. 💛🍌
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