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The Most Satisfying Banana Bread Recipe You’ll Ever Make

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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
3 large ripe bananas
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 cup melted butter
1/2 cup plain whole milk yogurt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup roasted pecans or walnuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2

Roast pecans or walnuts in a pan over medium heat until fragrant.

3

Peel and mash 3 large overripe bananas with a fork until mushy.

4

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda, and whisk together.

5

In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, melted butter, yogurt, and vanilla extract.

6

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold gently to combine without overmixing.

7

Add the roasted nuts to the batter and fold them in gently.

8

Grease an 8.5 x 4.5 inch loaf pan with shortening or vegetable spray.

9

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

10

Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.

11

Let cool in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

8.5 x 4.5 inch loaf panmixing bowlswhiskforktoothpick

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Banana Loaf

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