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Indulge in Irresistible Creamy Sugar Cookie Banana Bread Recipe

Try this Irresistible Creamy Sugar Cookie Banana Bread Recipe that combines ripe bananas and sugar cookie flavor for a delightful treat.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Cooling Time10 minutes
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baking, banana bread, comfort food, Cookies, Dessert, sugar cookie
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 220kcal

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Ingredients

For the Bread

  • 3-4 pieces ripe bananas Look for bananas with plenty of brown spots.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Classic sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Adds moisture and depth of flavor.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened for easier mixing.
  • 2 large eggs For structure and moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the sweet flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Key leavening agent.
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Measure accurately.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Balances out the sweetness.

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1 cup chocolate chips Adds delightful bursts of sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts Walnuts or pecans work wonderfully.
  • sprinkles Fun visual appeal.

Instructions

How to Make Irresistible Sugar Cookie Banana Bread

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it well.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mash 3-4 ripe bananas until smooth.
  • Cream together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, and then add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour.
  • Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve warm with a pat of butter for an extra comforting treat. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.