Description
Discover Worlds Banana Bread is a comforting and easy-to-make treat. Its rich flavor profile and beautiful texture make it a showstopper for any occasion. Enjoy this delightful banana bread fresh or toasted.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 medium bananas)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and lemon juice.
- Mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the mashed bananas to the wet ingredients and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your Discover Worlds Banana Bread!
Notes
- Ensure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
- For a richer flavor, you can add a teaspoon of rum extract along with the vanilla.
- This banana bread can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg