Best Banana Bread

Name: Best Banana Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Ingredients: 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 cups sugar; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed (1 cup); 1/2 cup canola oil; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon buttermilk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup chopped walnuts, optional

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Banana bread is a beloved treat that has found a special place in many homes around the world. It’s easy to make, delicious, and a great way to use up overripe bananas. Let’s dive into the history, ingredients, and steps to create this delightful bread.

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A Brief History Of Banana Bread Best Banana Bread Ingredients Directions Notes

A Brief History Of Banana Bread

The origins of banana bread are linked to the Great Depression in the 1930s in the United States. During this time, resourcefulness was key, and wasting food was not an option. Overripe bananas, which would typically be thrown away, became the perfect ingredient for a sweet, moist bread. With the rise of baking soda and baking powder in recipes during this period, banana bread became a popular baked good.

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Best Banana Bread

Recipe by RecipeWikkiCourse: MainCuisine: American, Other world cuisineDifficulty: Easy

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

hour

Calories

257

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Our best ever banana bread is soft, moist and filled with a caramelized banana flavor. It’s easy to see why bakers love this recipe!

Ingredients

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 medium ripe bananas, mashed (1 cup)
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts, optional

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, combine the eggs, bananas, oil, buttermilk and vanilla; add to flour mixture, stirring just until combined. If desired, fold in nuts.
Pour into a greased or parchment-lined 9×5-in. loaf pan. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Cool in pan for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack.

Notes

Nuts: Chopped walnuts or pecans add a nice crunch.
Chocolate Chips: For those with a sweet tooth, chocolate chips make a delightful addition.
Spices: Cinnamon, nutmeg, or even a pinch of cloves can enhance the flavor.