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Brown Butter Banana Bread

Moist, buttery, and full of flavor, this brown butter banana bread is easy to make and perfect for a cozy treat anytime.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: banana bread, banana bread ideas, best recipe for ripe bananas, brown butter banana bread, buttery banana bread, moist brown butter banana bread
Servings: 1 loaf

Equipment

  • 1 standard size loaf pan

Ingredients

  • ½ cup salted butter
  • 3 large ripe bananas
  • ¾ cup light or dark brown sugar
  • 1 cup full fat greek yogurt
  • 2 eggs room temp
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips to mix and a few to sprinkle on top

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 175°C and grease and line a standard loaf pan with non-stick baking paper.
  • Melt the butter in a pan over medium-high heat until golden brown (it'll take about 5 minutes- make sure to keep mixing), then remove from the heat and pour immediately into a large bowl to cool slightly.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • Once the butter has cooled a little, mash the bananas and add them to the bowl with the butter along with the brown sugar, Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
  • Add the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a wooden spoon, being careful not to overmix.
  • Stir in the chocolate chips, keeping a few aside to sprinkle on top.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spread so it's even, and sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over the top.
  • Bake for 50–60 minutes, checking at around 50 minutes by inserting a wooden stick into the center. If it comes out wet, bake longer; if it comes out mostly clean with a few crumbs, it’s ready. Don't overcook or else it will come out dry.
  • Let the banana bread cool for about 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Enjoy!