Rich Banana Bread is a delightful variation of the classic banana bread, often featuring additional ingredients that enhance its flavor and texture. Here’s a recipe for a rich and indulgent version
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional, for added richness)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well blended. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the mashed bananas, vanilla extract, and sour cream (or Greek yogurt) until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. If using chocolate chips or nuts, gently fold them into the batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy your rich banana bread with a cup of coffee or tea!
This recipe yields a moist and flavorful banana bread with a hint of richness from the butter, sugars, and optional chocolate chips or nuts. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat any time of day!