{"id":39361,"date":"2024-05-09T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-09T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/?p=39361"},"modified":"2025-07-16T15:16:44","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T19:16:44","slug":"brown-butter-banana-bread","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/brown-butter-banana-bread\/","title":{"rendered":"Brown Butter Banana Bread (Rich, Moist &amp; Irresistibly Easy)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"block-personal-note cwp-inner cwp-large has-background has-quinary-background-color\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-youll-love-this-brown-butter-banana-bread\">Why You&rsquo;ll Love This Brown Butter Banana Bread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/what-molly-made-headshot.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50136\" style=\"width:200px;height:200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/what-molly-made-headshot.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This brown butter banana bread is everything we love about a classic banana loaf &ndash; with a rich, buttery twist. The browned butter deepens the banana flavor with nutty, caramel-like notes that make each slice feel extra special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This recipe has been tested dozens of times in our kitchen to strike the perfect balance of sweetness and moisture. It&rsquo;s made with Greek yogurt or sour cream for that tender crumb, and it bakes up golden brown on top while staying soft in the center. Top with <a href=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/banana-cake-with-cream-cheese-frosting\/\">cream cheese frosting from my gluten-free banana cake recipe<\/a> for a decadent treat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;ve struggled with dry banana bread or overly sweet versions, this recipe fixes that. Plus, it&rsquo;s flexible &ndash; add chocolate chips, a swirl of cinnamon, or even chopped nuts for extra texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want more banana bakes? Try our<a href=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/oat-flour-banana-bread\/\"> banana bread with oat flour<\/a> or these<a href=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/nutella-filled-banana-muffins-with-cinnamon-sugar\/\"> fluffy muffins swirled with Nutella<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2 id=\"table-of-contents\">Table of Contents<\/h2><ul class=\"is-style-fancy\"><li><a href=\"#why-youll-love-this-brown-butter-banana-bread\">Why You&rsquo;ll Love This Brown Butter Banana Bread<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-key-ingredients-why-you-need-them\">Ingredients You&rsquo;ll Need<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-make-brown-butter-banana-bread\">How to Make Brown Butter Banana Bread<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#customize-this-banana-bread\">Customize This Banana Bread<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#storage-and-freezing-tips\">Storage and Freezing Tips<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-frequently-asked-questions\">Recipe FAQs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#more-brown-butter-recipes\">More Brown Butter Recipes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#wprm-recipe-container-39382\">Brown Butter Banana Bread (Rich, Moist &amp; Irresistibly Easy) Recipe<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1456\" height=\"2184\" src=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-36.jpg\" alt=\"Stack of thick, brown butter banana bread slices topped with caramelized banana strips, showcasing a golden-brown crust and fluffy interior on a parchment-lined surface.\" class=\"wp-image-54023\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-36.jpg 1456w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-36-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-36-1200x1800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-36-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-36-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-36-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-36-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-36-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1456px) 100vw, 1456px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-36.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-ingredients-why-you-need-them\">Ingredients You&rsquo;ll Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&rsquo;s what goes into this easy brown butter banana bread:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients.jpg\" alt=\"Flat lay of labeled banana bread ingredients including ripe bananas, flour, brown sugar, sour cream, butter, baking soda, salt, sugar, baking powder, and eggs on a light gray background.\" class=\"wp-image-39374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients-400x467.jpg 400w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients-878x1024.jpg 878w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients-257x300.jpg 257w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients-768x896.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients-429x500.jpg 429w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients-720x840.jpg 720w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients-360x420.jpg 360w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients-180x210.jpg 180w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients-150x175.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-ingredients.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Unsalted butter:<\/strong> Browning this butter adds a deep, nutty flavor with those signature brown bits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flour<\/strong>: All-purpose flour or 1:1 gluten-free flour (like Bob&rsquo;s Red Mill) work well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Baking soda + baking powder:<\/strong> The dry structure team that creates rise and stability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Very ripe bananas:<\/strong> The riper, the better. Large ripe bananas add moisture and natural sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eggs:<\/strong> Help bind the banana bread batter and add structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sour cream or Greek yogurt:<\/strong> Adds moisture and acidity to balance the richness of the butter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brown sugar + granulated sugar:<\/strong> Light brown sugar brings a subtle caramel note, while white sugar adds structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vanilla extract:<\/strong> Enhances all the warm, sweet flavors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Optional:<\/strong> chocolate chips, nuts, or spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-make-brown-butter-banana-bread\">How to Make Brown Butter Banana Bread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Step 1: Preheat and prep. <\/strong>Preheat your oven to 350&deg;F. Spray a 9&times;5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1456\" height=\"2184\" src=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-4.jpg\" alt=\"Swirled browned butter in a white bowl with a spoon, showing golden foam and deep amber hues on a light gray surface.\" class=\"wp-image-54014\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-4.jpg 1456w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-4-1200x1800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-4-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-4-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-4-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1456px) 100vw, 1456px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-4.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: Brown the butter. <\/strong>Slice butter into pieces and melt in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently until it foams and golden brown bits appear on the bottom. This should take about 5 minutes. It will smell nutty and toasty, this is the flavor magic. Transfer to a bowl to cool.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-recipe-1.jpg\" alt=\"Glass mixing bowl filled with whisked dry ingredients, including flour, baking powder, and spices, with a metal whisk resting inside.\" class=\"wp-image-54016\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-recipe-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-recipe-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-recipe-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-recipe-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-recipe-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-recipe-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-recipe-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3: Mix dry ingredients. <\/strong>In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1456\" height=\"971\" src=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-6.jpg\" alt=\"Top-down view of wet ingredients in a glass bowl, including eggs, browned butter, sugar, and sour cream, ready to be mixed.\" class=\"wp-image-54017\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-6.jpg 1456w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-6-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-6-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-6-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-6-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1456px) 100vw, 1456px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-6.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4: Combine wet ingredients. <\/strong>Mash bananas (about 3 large ripe bananas). In a large bowl, whisk the bananas, browned butter, eggs, sour cream, sugars, and vanilla until smooth (some banana lumps are okay).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1456\" height=\"971\" src=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-13.jpg\" alt=\"Glass bowl filled with thick, creamy banana bread batter speckled with browned butter and mashed bananas, ready to be poured into a loaf pan.\" class=\"wp-image-54018\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-13.jpg 1456w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-13-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-13-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-13-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-13-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-13-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-13-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1456px) 100vw, 1456px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-13.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5: Combine the batter. <\/strong>Gently stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Use a spatula to fold until just combined &ndash; don&rsquo;t overmix.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1456\" height=\"2184\" src=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-15.jpg\" alt=\"Banana bread batter in a parchment-lined loaf pan topped with two halved bananas lengthwise, ready to go into the oven.\" class=\"wp-image-54019\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-15.jpg 1456w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-15-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-15-1200x1800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-15-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-15-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-15-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-15-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-15-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1456px) 100vw, 1456px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-15.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 6: Bake. <\/strong>Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared pan. Slice an extra banana in half lengthwise and place on top (optional but beautiful). Bake for 50&ndash;60 minutes, tenting with foil halfway through if it browns too quickly.<br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread.jpg\" alt=\"Freshly baked loaf of brown butter banana bread on parchment paper with a sliced piece topped with melting butter and honey, served beside a dish of butter.\" class=\"wp-image-39365\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/browned-butter-banana-bread.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Step 7: Cool. <\/strong><\/strong>Let the banana loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner has-background has-senary-background-color\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"customize-this-banana-bread\">Customize This Banana Bread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to change it up? Try one of these fun variations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chocolate chips:<\/strong> Add &frac12; to &frac34; cup for melty pockets of sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walnuts or pecans:<\/strong> Stir in chopped nuts for crunch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cinnamon swirl:<\/strong> Layer a mix of cinnamon and brown sugar into the center of the batter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maple glaze:<\/strong> Drizzle with a simple glaze once cooled for an extra treat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1456\" height=\"2184\" src=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-37.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a slice of banana bread with a bite taken out, topped with softened butter and drizzled honey, resting on parchment paper beside a butter-smeared knife.\" class=\"wp-image-54024\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-37.jpg 1456w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-37-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-37-1200x1800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-37-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-37-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-37-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-37-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-37-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1456px) 100vw, 1456px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-37.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-outline-tip cwp-inner\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-outline-tip__title\" id=\"storage-and-freezing-tips\">Storage and Freezing Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Room Temperature:<\/strong> Wrap in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container for 2 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fridge:<\/strong> Keeps for 5 days. Let it come to room temp before eating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Freezer:<\/strong> Wrap in plastic wrap and foil and freeze for up to 4 months. Thaw overnight or reheat gently to revive that fresh-baked texture.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Recipe FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671544574131\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What does brown butter do in banana bread?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It adds nutty, toffee-like flavor that enhances the banana flavor. Those toasted brown bits create a depth that regular butter can&rsquo;t match.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671544595246\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How ripe should bananas be for this recipe?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Spotty, almost black bananas are best. The riper they are, the sweeter and more flavorful your loaf will be.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671544606735\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do I keep banana bread moist?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Sour cream or Greek yogurt are key for a tender texture, along with not overbaking. Also, wrap it well in plastic wrap after cooling.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671544617396\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do I know when it&rsquo;s done baking?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter, it&rsquo;s ready.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1456\" height=\"2184\" src=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-32.jpg\" alt=\"Freshly sliced loaf of brown butter banana bread topped with caramelized banana pieces, served on parchment paper with a buttered slice in front and a pat of butter nearby.\" class=\"wp-image-54022\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-32.jpg 1456w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-32-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-32-1200x1800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-32-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-32-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-32-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-32-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-32-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1456px) 100vw, 1456px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brown-butter-banana-bread-32.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>This is the kind of moist banana bread you&rsquo;ll come back to week after week. It&rsquo;s deeply flavorful, simple to make, and freezer-friendly too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you bake it, leave a review and let us know what mix-ins you added. Or if it made it through the night without being devoured.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"more-brown-butter-recipes\">More Brown Butter Recipes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/brown-butter-pistachio-cookies\/\">Brown Butter Pistachio Cookies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/brown-butter-salted-caramel-chocolate-chip-cookies\/\">Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/mashed-sweet-potatoes\/\">Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/butternut-squash-ravioli-sauce\/\">Brown Butter Sage Butternut Squash Ravioli Sauce<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">If you make this recipe, I&rsquo;d love for you to give it a star 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7.3,13.9 2.6,9 9,9 \" stroke-linejoin=\"miter\"><\/polygon><\/g><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-details wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-average\">5<\/span> from <span class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-count\">18<\/span> votes<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"cwp-food-header\">\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-header__left\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-none\" id=\"brown-butter-banana-bread-rich-moist-irresistibly-easy\">Brown Butter Banana Bread (Rich, Moist &amp; Irresistibly Easy)<\/h2>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-separated wprm-block-text-none\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-prep-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><!--!Font Awesome Free 6.5.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free Copyright 2024 Fonticons, Inc.--><path d=\"M464 256A208 208 0 1 1 48 256a208 208 0 1 1 416 0zM0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM232 120V256c0 8 4 15.5 10.7 20l96 64c11 7.4 25.9 4.4 33.3-6.7s4.4-25.9-6.7-33.3L280 243.2V120c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-cook-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><!--!Font Awesome Free 6.5.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free Copyright 2024 Fonticons, Inc.--><path d=\"M464 256A208 208 0 1 1 48 256a208 208 0 1 1 416 0zM0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM232 120V256c0 8 4 15.5 10.7 20l96 64c11 7.4 25.9 4.4 33.3-6.7s4.4-25.9-6.7-33.3L280 243.2V120c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">50<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-total-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><!--!Font Awesome Free 6.5.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free Copyright 2024 Fonticons, Inc.--><path d=\"M464 256A208 208 0 1 1 48 256a208 208 0 1 1 416 0zM0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM232 120V256c0 8 4 15.5 10.7 20l96 64c11 7.4 25.9 4.4 33.3-6.7s4.4-25.9-6.7-33.3L280 243.2V120c0-13.3-10.7-24-24-24s-24 10.7-24 24z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Brown Butter Banana Bread<\/strong> is the cozy, upgraded quick bread you didn&rsquo;t know you needed. 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id=\"recipe-39382-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-39382-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"39382\" data-servings=\"12\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2 cup  unsalted butter cut into equal slices\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">cut into equal slices<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 cups  all-purpose flour \"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all-purpose flour <\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2 teaspoon baking soda\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baking soda<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 1\/2 teaspoons baking powder\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baking powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2 teaspoon salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 1\/2 cups very ripe mashed bananas  (about 3 large bananas) plus an additional banana for topping\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">very ripe mashed bananas <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(about 3 large bananas) plus an additional banana for topping<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 large  eggs\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">large<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"> eggs<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4 cup  sour cream or greek yogurt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">sour cream or greek yogurt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4 cup  of granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">of granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2 cup light brown sugar packed\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">light brown sugar<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">packed<\/span><\/li><li 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Spray a 9&times;5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray and line the center with a piece of parchment paper.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-39382-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Brown the butter: <\/strong>Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Swirl to melt and continue to stir until it bubbles and foams. Some bubbles will subside around the 5-minutes and the milk solids will toast and turn a golden brown. It should smell buttery and nutty. Immediately remove it from the heat to a separate bowl.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredients wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredients-inline wprm-block-text-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-39382-0\" data-separator=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1\/2 cup  unsalted butter<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-39382-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Mix dry ingredients:<\/strong> while the butter is cooling, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl and set aside.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredients wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredients-inline wprm-block-text-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-39382-1\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">2 cups  all-purpose flour, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-39382-2\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1\/2 teaspoon baking soda, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-39382-3\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1 1\/2 teaspoons baking powder, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-39382-4\" data-separator=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-39382-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Combine wet ingredients<\/strong>: Mash the banana with a fork and measure out 1 1\/2 cups or weight (345g)  it for best results. Mix it with the brown butter, eggs, sour cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla. and whisk well until combined and all of the lumps are gone. It's okay to have some lumps of bananas.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredients wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredients-inline wprm-block-text-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-39382-5\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1 1\/2 cups very ripe mashed bananas, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-39382-6\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">2 large  eggs, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-39382-7\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1\/4 cup  sour cream or greek yogurt, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-39382-8\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1\/4 cup  of granulated sugar, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-39382-9\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1\/2 cup light brown sugar, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-39382-10\" data-separator=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-39382-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Combine the batter:<\/strong> Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and use a wooden spoon or spatula to mix until completely combined. Be careful not to over mix.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-39382-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Bake:<\/strong> Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Slice another ripe banana down the center lengthwise and add it to the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, until the top and sides are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Tent with aluminum foil if it looks to brown.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-39382-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Cool and serve:<\/strong> Allow the bread to cool in the loaf pan for 15 minutes. Use the parchment paper to pull it out of the pan then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve plain or with butter.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-last-instruction\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">\n\t\t\tLast step! If you make this, <a href=\"#comments\">please leave a review<\/a> letting us know how it was!\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-video-container-39382\" class=\"wprm-recipe-video-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-video-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Video<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-video\">\n<div class=\"adthrive-video-player in-post\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\" data-video-id=\"UT39vWJg\" data-player-type=\"\" override-embed=\"\">\n\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2023-01-05T00:00:00.000Z\">\n\t\t<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Brown Butter Banana Bread\">\n\t\t<meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"This incredibly soft brown butter banana bread features a soft crumb and super moist texture.\">\n\t\t<meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/thumbs\/UT39vWJg-720.jpg\">\n\t\t<meta itemprop=\"contentUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/videos\/UT39vWJg.mp4\">\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\"><div id=\"recipe-39382-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">slice<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">318<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">52<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">51<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">212<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">18<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">336<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">57<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-call-to-action wprm-call-to-action-simple\" style=\"color: 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