Rich Banana Bread

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Table of Contents

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Add Eggs and Yogurt: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the Greek yogurt (or sour cream) and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Add Bananas: Stir in the mashed bananas until evenly distributed in the batter.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix. If using, fold in the chopped nuts and chocolate chips.

Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 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.
Serve: Slice and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

Enjoy this moist and rich Banana Bread, a perfect treat for breakfast, a snack, or dessert!