Quarantine Cooking - Loaded Banana Bread

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey or maple syrup

Honey or maple syrup can provide natural sweetness.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

Add sugar and melted butter to the mashed bananas, and mix well.

Stir in the eggs and vanilla extract until combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.

Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.

Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.

Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens