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Banana Bread

This Banana Bread recipe is a warm, comforting loaf that combines honeyed sweetness and tender crumb, perfect for brunch or as a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour swap half for whole wheat flour for a nuttier, healthier option
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional, for warmth
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar maple syrup can replace some sugar for a lighter sweetness
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed very ripe bananas about 2 to 3 bananas
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream keeps the crumb moist
Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional; substitute with chocolate chips for an indulgent dessert

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until pale and slightly fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  5. Fold in the mashed bananas and yogurt until combined.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet, mixing just until you no longer see streaks of flour.
  7. Stir in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
  8. Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Baking
  1. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  2. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift it out using the parchment and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

For a festive twist, fold in dried cranberries and orange zest. If you prefer a healthier option, replace half the flour with oat flour and use applesauce for half the butter to lower fat.