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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
125g butter, softened
1/2 cup (113g) caster sugar
1/2 cup (100g) soft brown sugar
2 eggs
2 cups (300g) flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup (250ml) milk, room temperature
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1/4 (25g) cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

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 180C/350F.

2

In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, caster sugar, and soft brown sugar until light and fluffy.

3

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

4

In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and baking soda.

5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.

6

Fold in the mashed bananas and walnuts (if using).

7

Pour the batter into a greased loaf tin (27cmx11cm).

8

Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

ovenmixing bowlloaf tin

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Banana Loaf

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