Banana Bread is a delicious and comforting classic snack. Moreover, making a loaf of banana bread from scratch can be intimidating, but trust me, it is easy. It is a very simple step. With the right ingredients and a little patience, you will be enjoying warm, moist bread in no time. Take a closer look at the recipe for making a loaf of Banana bread and the method We will walk you through every step.
Ingredients to make Banana Bread
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter salt softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2⅓ cup mashed bananas (about 4-5 bananas)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (if possible)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Equipment
- – 9 x 5-inch pan
- – mixing bowl
- – electric mixer (stand or hand)
- – whisk
- – rubber spatula
- – measuring cups and spoon
- n- oven thermometer
Instructions
Step 1: Heat and prepare (10 minutes)
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Use an oven thermometer to adjust the temperature.
2. Grease the pan with butter or cooking spray. You may want to line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: Mix the dry ingredients (5 minutes)
1. Combine the flour in a large bowl, add baking soda, and salt. Collect until the ingredients are ready.
2. Set aside the dry ingredients for now.
Step 3: Mix the wet ingredients (10 minutes)
1. In another large bowl, beat the brown sugar and butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
3. Add a mashed banana and vanilla extract (if using) to the wet ingredients. Mix until well combined.
Step 4: Mix wet and dry ingredients (5 minutes)
1. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Be careful not to overdo it.
2. If you are using nuts, use a rubber spatula to fold the nuts into the batter.
Step 5: Pour and bake (60 minutes)
1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out.
2. Bake for 60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The bread should be golden and firm to the touch.
3. Remove the bread from the oven and place it in the pan to cool for 10 minutes.
Step 6: Cool it well (30 minutes)
1. Transfer the bread to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
2. Leave to cool, cut and serve. You can keep the bread at room temperature for up to 3 days, wrapped and frozen for up to 2 months.
Tips and Variations
– For the best flavour, use ripe bananas. If the bananas are too green, bake them in the oven at 150°C (300°F) for 10 to 15 minutes until tender.
– If you do not have salted butter, use as much salt as you can on the bananas.
– Option, you can add nuts, chocolate chips, and nut flavour and texture.
– For a gluten-free option, replace the flour 1:1 with gluten-free flour.
– To make muffins instead of bread, simply divide the batter between 12 muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Bottom line
This recipe with simple and easy steps, will make you a very easy and nice banana bread. It is good to use fully ripe bananas, do not over-mix the batter, and be patient when baking the bread. Note that with a little practice, you will be a banana bread expert in no time! So grab your bananas and get cooking.
