Banana bread only exists because 1930s housewives refused to waste overripe bananas during the Great Depression.
Banana Bread
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our mouthwatering banana bread! This easy-to-make delight combines ripe bananas, warm cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla for an irresistible treat that's perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack. Get ready to fill your kitchen with the heavenly aroma of freshly baked goodness!
Prep
15
min
Cook
45
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 3 ripe bananas
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 40 grams of almond milk (1.41 oz)
- 2 eggs
🫙Pantry Staples(5)
- 1 packet of baking powder
- 50 grams of chocolate (1.76 oz)
- 200 grams of flour (1.6 cup)
- 20 grams of honey (0.71 oz)
- Vanilla extract
📦Other(1)
- 4 tablespoons of applesauce (60 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C.
- 2
In a bowl, mash the bananas, then add the eggs, vanilla, honey, applesauce, and almond milk, and whisk everything together.
- 3
Add the flour, baking powder, and chocolate, and mix again.
- 4
Pour the mixture into a mold lined with baking paper, cut a banana in half and place it on top.
- 5
Bake for 30 to 45 minutes at 180°C. You should check with a knife to see if it comes out clean.
- 6
Enjoy your meal!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use bananas with 25-30% brown spotting for optimal sweetness and moisture, as overripe bananas contain 25% more sugar and break down easier during mashing.ingredient25-30% brown spotting
- ✓Mash bananas to 80% smooth consistency leaving small chunks, because completely smooth puree creates dense texture while chunks provide moisture pockets.technique80% smooth
- ✓Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined (15-20 gentle folds) to prevent gluten overdevelopment which creates tough, dense bread.technique15-20 folds
- ✓Test doneness at 35 minutes first, as banana bread continues cooking from residual heat and can overbake quickly in the final 10 minutes.timing35 minutes
- ✓Score the top banana lengthwise 1/4 inch deep before baking to prevent it from splitting randomly and ensure even browning.technique1/4 inch deep
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Prep
15
min
Cook
45
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Banana bread only exists because 1930s housewives refused to waste overripe bananas during the Great Depression.
Banana Bread
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our mouthwatering banana bread! This easy-to-make delight combines ripe bananas, warm cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla for an irresistible treat that's perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack. Get ready to fill your kitchen with the heavenly aroma of freshly baked goodness!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 3 ripe bananas
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 40 grams of almond milk (1.41 oz)
- 2 eggs
🫙Pantry Staples(5)
- 1 packet of baking powder
- 50 grams of chocolate (1.76 oz)
- 200 grams of flour (1.6 cup)
- 20 grams of honey (0.71 oz)
- Vanilla extract
📦Other(1)
- 4 tablespoons of applesauce (60 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C.
- 2
In a bowl, mash the bananas, then add the eggs, vanilla, honey, applesauce, and almond milk, and whisk everything together.
- 3
Add the flour, baking powder, and chocolate, and mix again.
- 4
Pour the mixture into a mold lined with baking paper, cut a banana in half and place it on top.
- 5
Bake for 30 to 45 minutes at 180°C. You should check with a knife to see if it comes out clean.
- 6
Enjoy your meal!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use bananas with 25-30% brown spotting for optimal sweetness and moisture, as overripe bananas contain 25% more sugar and break down easier during mashing.ingredient25-30% brown spotting
- ✓Mash bananas to 80% smooth consistency leaving small chunks, because completely smooth puree creates dense texture while chunks provide moisture pockets.technique80% smooth
- ✓Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined (15-20 gentle folds) to prevent gluten overdevelopment which creates tough, dense bread.technique15-20 folds
- ✓Test doneness at 35 minutes first, as banana bread continues cooking from residual heat and can overbake quickly in the final 10 minutes.timing35 minutes
- ✓Score the top banana lengthwise 1/4 inch deep before baking to prevent it from splitting randomly and ensure even browning.technique1/4 inch deep