The Perfect Banana Bread

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325°F and spray a 9x5 loaf pan with non-stick spray. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mash banana to remove as many of the lumps as possible. If desired, run through a food processor or blender for a couple seconds.

Step 3

Add eggs, buttermilk, butter or oil, vanilla and whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Add brown sugar and whisk again until well combined.

Step 5

Add flour, baking soda and salt and whisk until just combined.

Step 6

Pour batter into prepared pan and bake on rack in the lower third of the oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.

Step 7

Leaving loaf in the pan, place on wire rack to cool for 15-20 minutes. Invert and carefully remove loaf and place back on wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Slice into 8 pieces and enjoy!