Classic Banana Bread

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°.

2. 2

   Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt, stirring with a whisk.

3. 3

   Place sugar and butter in a large bowl, and beat with a mixer at medium speed until well blended (about 1 minute).

4. 4

   Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.

5. 5

   Add banana, yogurt, and vanilla; beat until blended. Add flour mixture; beat at low speed just until moist.

6. 6

   Spoon batter into an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan coated with cooking spray.

7. 7

   Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.

8. 8

   Cool 10 minutes in pan on a wire rack; remove from pan.

9. 9

   Cool completely on wire rack.