Golden Banana Loaf How to Bake It Best

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Perfectly moist and tender banana bread infused with rich banana flavor. Easy to make with simple ingredients and no mixer needed.

Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

1.67 cups all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure)
1 tsp baking powder
0.5 tsp baking soda
0.5 tsp salt
8 Tbsp unsalted butter melted*
0.75 cups granulated sugar *
2 large eggs
1.33 cups well mashed overripe bananas about 3 1/2 medium bananas, be sure to measure
0.25 cups sour cream
0.5 tsp vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9 by 5-inch or 8 1/2 by 4 1/2-inch loaf pan.
In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Make a well in the center of flour mixture and set aside.
In a separate medium mixing bowl whisk together melted butter and granulated sugar.
Whisk in eggs, then whisk in bananas, sour cream and vanilla extract.
Pour banana mixture into flour mixture and fold with a rubber spatula just until combined. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, about 50 to 58 minutes.
Cool in pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Run a knife around edges to loosen, then invert onto a wire rack.
Let cool on wire rack about 30 minutes then transfer to an airtight container to finish cooling. Store at room temperature or refrigerate for longer shelf life.

This banana bread is perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. Add nuts or chocolate chips if desired for variation.