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Banana Bread

Cultural Context

Banana bread is a popular quick bread that originated in the United States during the Great Depression. It became a staple in American households due to its simplicity and the ability to use overripe bananas that might otherwise go to waste. Today, it is enjoyed as a snack or dessert and can be found in various adaptations, including nut and chocolate chip variations.

AmericanUSdessert
50 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
5 medium ripe bananas
2 eggs
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 stick butter
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

More nutritious option.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Lower in saturated fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Natural sweetener.

1

Peel the bananas from the back and mash them with a fork until creamy.

2

Add 2 eggs to the banana mixture and beat them in.

3

Melt 1 stick of butter in the microwave.

4

In a bowl, measure out 2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and mix the dry ingredients together.

5

Combine the melted butter with the banana and egg mixture, then mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.

6

Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle a little brown sugar on top.

8

Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for about 50 minutes to 1 hour, checking with a toothpick for doneness.

9

Let the banana bread cool for a bit before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

loaf panmixing bowlsforkspatulatoothpickmicrowave

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Banana Loaf

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