Description
This Moist Banana Bread with Brown Sugar Crust is a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Featuring ripe bananas blended into a tender crumb and topped with a sweet, crunchy brown sugar crust, this banana bread is perfect for breakfast or a comforting snack. The recipe balances the sweetness of brown sugar with vanilla and butter for a richly flavored loaf that’s moist and satisfying.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sweeteners
- 1 cup brown sugar, divided (¾ cup for batter, ¼ cup for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, mix the mashed ripe bananas, ¾ cup brown sugar, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Blend wet and dry: Pour the wet banana mixture into the dry flour mixture. Stir gently just until the ingredients are combined; avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Prepare to bake: Transfer the batter into the greased loaf pan. Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup brown sugar evenly over the top to form a sweet, crunchy crust during baking.
- Bake the bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense bread texture.
- The brown sugar topping adds a delicious crust that contrasts with the moist inside.
- Store banana bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/12 loaf)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Banana bread, banana loaf, brown sugar crust, moist banana bread, easy banana bread recipe
