Moist and Delicious Banana Bread
This irresistible banana bread recipe features the perfect balance of sweetness, moisture, and softness. Made with just 1 cup of sugar, it's the ideal treat for breakfast, brunch, or any time you're craving a delightful homemade baked good.
ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- 2.
In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- 4.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, alternating with adding the milk.
- 5.
Optional: Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips for an extra tasty twist.
- 6.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- 7.
Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
