This tried-and-true Buttermilk Banana Bread recipe adds moisture and tang to a quickbread favourite. Still facing overripe bananas without buttermilk? Buttermilk Substitutions Guide saves the day!
INGREDIENTS
– 3 very ripe bananas, mashed well (about 1 ½ cups)– 1/3 cup buttermilk– 2 large egg– 1/4 cup vegetable oil– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract– 2 cups all-purpose flour– 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar– 1/4 cup sugar– 1 teaspoon baking soda – 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt– 1 cup chocolate chips, chunks, nuts or other mix-in (optional)
Heat the oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and cooking spray. Mix mashed bananas, buttermilk, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla in a medium basin.
Step 1
INSTRUCTIONS
Mix flour, brown sugar, sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Mix wet and dry ingredients until mixed. Fold in optional chocolate chips. Fill the loaf pan with batter.
Step 2
Bake the bread for 50–60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. See Kelly's Note. Slice and serve the bread after it cools completely from the oven.