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Banana Bread Recipe: A Classic Comfort Food

More than just a loaf, banana bread tells a tale of resiliency, love, and the joys of simplicity. Imagine the aroma of home filling the air as ripe bananas are turned into a rich batter and baked to golden perfection. This beloved dish combines the broad delight of a beloved treat with the modest beginnings of thrifty ingenuity.

Together, we'll examine the endearing history of banana bread, from its beginnings as a mainstay during the Great Depression to its current status as a comfort meal. With each bite, we will appreciate not only the moist, rich crumb but also the history of a food that unites people.

Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 60 mins Rest Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
Cooking Temp 350  °C
Calories 210
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

A cherished staple, banana bread mixes a rich, delicate crumb with the natural sweetness of overripe bananas. This simple recipe is perfect for dessert, breakfast, or snack time. It's a timeless comfort food that may be eaten warm with a little butter or just the way it is. With each slice, the delicious aroma of freshly baked banana bread will fill your home with a sense of coziness and nostalgia.

Ingredients
  • 3 Medium Bananas (ripe) (Mashed)
  • 1 Cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 Cup Unsalted butter (Melted)
  • 2 Large Eggs (Room temperature)
  • 1.5 Cups All-purpose flour (Sifted)
  • 1 Tsp Baking soda
  • 1/4 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Vanilla extract
Instructions
    Prepare the Oven
  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash
  3. Mash the Bananas
    • In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  4. Combine
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients
    • Add the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix well.
  6. Mix
  7. Mix Dry Ingredients
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  8. Combine
  9. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
    • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  10. Bake
  11. Bake the Banana Bread
    • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
    • Bake for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. Serve
  13. Cool and Serve
    • Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 210kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Cholesterol 55mg19%
Sodium 150mg7%
Potassium 300mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Protein 4g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note
  • Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
  • Add a handful of chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture.
  • Store banana bread in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.

Journey of Banana Bread

The history of banana bread, a straightforward but beloved delicacy, is strongly associated with ingenuity and simplicity. When creative chefs in the United States found a delicious method to use overripe bananas during the Great Depression, when wastefulness was unthinkable, it became popular in the 1930s.

Because it may be eaten as a dessert, a midday snack, or a sweet breakfast choice, the dish is praised all over the world. The bread's main component, bananas, naturally add sweetness and wetness, and their tropical origins serve as a reminder of nature's many gifts.

Banana bread is more than simply a recipe; it's a culinary ode to comfort and ingenuity that can be shared with loved ones or consumed on its alone with a hot beverage.

I appreciate you coming along on this delightful adventure with me!

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