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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
2 cups (240 g) all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups (360 g) very ripe bananas (about 3 or 4 bananas)
1/4 cup (57 g) unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup (57 g) vegetable oil
3/4 cup (160 g) dark brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbsp (30 g) sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)

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 (175°C).

2

Grease a 9”x5” loaf pan.

3

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

4

In another bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter, vegetable oil, dark brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.

5

Combine the banana mixture with the wet ingredients.

6

In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

7

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

8

Fold in the sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt).

9

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

10

Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

11

Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

12

Slice and serve.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

9”x5” loaf panmixing bowlswhiskforktoothpick

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Banana Loaf

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