Methods:​

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1. Adjust the oven rack to the lower third position and preheat the oven to 350°F

   (177°C). Grease a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan or coat with non-stick spray. Set aside.

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2. Whisk the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon together in a large bowl.

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3. Using a handheld or stand mixer, beat the butter and brown sugar together on

   high speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.

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4. On medium speed, add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

 

5. Beat in the yoghurt, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract on medium speed until 

   combined. With the mixer running on low speed, slowly beat the dry ingredients

   into the wet ingredients until no flour pockets remain. Do not over mix. Fold 

   in the nuts, if using.

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6. Spoon the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 60 - 65 minutes.

  Loosely cover the bread with aluminium foil after 30 minutes to help prevent the   top and sides from getting too brown.

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7. A toothpick inserted in the center of the loaf will come out clean when the

   bread is done.

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8. Remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool completely in the pan set on a

   wire rack.