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The Ultimate Quick Bread Recipe: Moist Banana Bread in Under 90 Minutes

When it comes to quick breads, few recipes are as beloved as a classic banana bread. With its rich, velvety texture and sweet, fruity flavor, it’s no wonder this treat is a staple in many households. But what sets this recipe apart is its ease of preparation – requiring only common pantry ingredients and a mere 90 minutes of your time.

A Simple yet Satisfying Snack

This banana bread recipe is perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or simply as a satisfying snack. Pair it with a refreshing banana smoothie or a rich cold brew coffee for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Yield and Difficulty

Yield: 1 (9-inch) loaf
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Gather Your Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 stick), melted, plus more for coating the pan
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature and lightly beaten
• 1 cup mashed very ripe banana (from about 3 medium bananas)
• 1/3 cup water, at room temperature

Let’s Get Baking!

1. Preheat and Prepare: Heat your oven to 325°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Coat a 9-by-5-inch metal loaf pan with butter and set it aside.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk together the measured butter and sugar in a large bowl. Add the eggs and banana, whisking until smooth.
4. Alternate Mixing: Add half of the flour mixture and stir with a rubber spatula until just combined. Add half of the water and stir until just combined. Repeat with the remaining flour mixture and water, stirring until just combined.
5. Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top. Bake until the bread begins to pull away from the sides of the pan and a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour to 70 minutes.
6. Cool and Enjoy: Remove the pan to a wire rack and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, turn the bread out onto the rack to cool completely.

With this straightforward recipe, you’ll be indulging in a deliciously moist banana bread in no time. So go ahead, give it a try, and savor the fruits of your labor!