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Best Banana Bread Recipe Moist 1765905122.6299312

best banana bread recipe moist

  • Author: Amanda Miller
  • Total Time: 80 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (10 servings) 1x
  • Diet: General

Description

This recipe creates a moist and tender banana bread featuring a decadent swirl of spiced cardamom-caramel sauce for enhanced flavor and richness. Perfect for breakfast or a special treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1.5 cups mashed very ripe bananas (3–4 medium)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup plain full-fat yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, warmed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

Instructions

  1. Make Spiced Caramel Sauce: Combine 3/4 cup granulated sugar and water in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat until the mixture turns a rich amber color, about 8-10 minutes, without stirring. Remove from heat, then carefully whisk in the warm heavy cream, butter, cinnamon, cardamom, and vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  3. Mix Wet Batter Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the very ripe bananas thoroughly. Add the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, oil, eggs, and yogurt; whisk until thoroughly combined.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and fine sea salt.
  5. Fold Batter Together: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Use a rubber spatula to mix just until no streaks of flour remain, taking care not to overmix.
  6. Layer and Swirl Caramel: Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spoon about half of the cooled caramel sauce over the batter. Pour the remaining batter over the caramel layer, then spoon the rest of the caramel sauce on top. Swirl gently through the batter with a knife to create a ribbon effect.
  7. Bake and Cool: Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil during the last 15-20 minutes. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Serve with reserved caramel.

Notes

To achieve a moist and tender crumb, use very ripe bananas and be careful not to overmix the batter. The combination of vegetable oil and full-fat yogurt helps keep the bread tender for days. Ensure the heavy cream is warmed before adding it to the hot caramel to prevent crystallization.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Quick Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 45 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 65 g
  • Fiber: 2.5 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 35 mg

Keywords: Banana bread, caramel, cardamom, moist, breakfast, dessert, quick bread, loaf, spiced

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