HOW TO MAKE THE BEST AUTHENTIC JAMAICAN BANANA BREAD RECIPE | PERFECTLY MOIST

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds moisture and flavor while being dairy-free.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

dark rum

🥗Healthier: vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: apple juice

Vanilla extract enhances flavor without alcohol.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans offer a similar texture and flavor.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Mash the ripped bananas in a large bowl until smooth.

Mix in the oil or melted butter until well combined.

Add brown sugar and stir until mixed.

Incorporate the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, almond extract, and lemon juice & zest, mixing thoroughly.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

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

Pour the batter into a prepared loaf pan.

Bake for 1 hour and 5 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Cooking Techniques

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