Ultra Moist Banana Bread

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick or 115g) unsalted butter (softened at room temperature)
• 1/4 cup (50g) white granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (100g) dark brown sugar (packed)
• 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
• 4 (about 1 1/3 cup) medium ripe bananas (mashed)
• 1 3/4 cups (224g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup additional add-ins (optional) (chopped nuts, dried fruits, or chocolate chips)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and lightly grease your loaf pan. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.

2. 2

   With an electric mixer fitted with a paddle or a whisk, beat the butter and sugars together on medium speed for about 3 minutes, or until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add in the mashed bananas and vanilla and mix until well combined.

4. 4

   Slowly mix in the dry ingredients just until incorporated, being careful not to overmix. Fold in any add-ins as desired with a rubber spatula.

5. 5

   Pour into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for a few minutes. Transfer to a wire rack, slice, and enjoy!