Banana Bread

The Best Banana Bread: Soft, Moist, and Foolproof

If you’ve got overripe bananas sitting on your counter, this banana bread recipe is the perfect way to put them to good use. It’s soft, moist, and packed with sweet banana flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser every time. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this recipe is foolproof and always a hit! This is my moms recipe, I have grown up eating this, it is the best!

Plus, it’s endlessly customizable—add walnuts, chocolate chips, or keep it classic. It stays fresh for days, so it’s perfect for baking ahead or gifting to loved ones.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Soft and Moist: Thanks to yogurt and ripe bananas, the texture is unbeatable.

• Versatile: Customize with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.

• Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and straightforward instructions for guaranteed success.

The Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3–4 overripe bananas, mashed

• ½ cup yogurt (plain or vanilla)

• 2 large eggs

• 1 stick (½ cup) melted butter

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2 cups sugar

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Mash the bananas: In a stand mixer or large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.

3. Mix the wet ingredients: Add the yogurt, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Beat until fully combined.

4. Add the dry ingredients: Gradually add the sugar, salt, baking soda, and flour to the wet ingredients. Mix just until everything is incorporated—don’t overmix!

5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Cool and remove: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips for Perfect Banana Bread

• Use ripe bananas: The riper, the better—brown spots mean more sweetness and flavor.

• Customize it: Add ½ cup of chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.

• Don’t overmix: Stir just until the ingredients are combined to keep the bread light and tender.

Why It’s a Favorite

This banana bread is a family favorite that’s foolproof and always loved by anyone who tries it. It’s sweet, soft, and the perfect balance of flavors. Whether you enjoy it warm from the oven or save it for later, it’s guaranteed to brighten your day.

If you try this recipe, let me know! Tag me on Instagram @WeeknightHomemaker to share your banana bread creations.

Happy baking,

Lauren

The Weeknight Homemaker