Banana Bread

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Banana Bread
150 min.
24
174kcal

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There's something undeniably comforting about the aroma of freshly baked banana bread wafting through your kitchen. This beloved classic is not just a treat for the taste buds; it's a delightful way to use up those overripe bananas sitting on your counter. With its moist texture and rich flavor, this banana bread is perfect for any occasion, whether you're enjoying a leisurely morning meal, hosting a brunch, or indulging in a sweet dessert after dinner.

What makes this recipe truly special is its versatility. You can easily customize it by adding your favorite nuts for a delightful crunch or even a sprinkle of chocolate chips for an extra touch of sweetness. Each slice is a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth, making it a favorite among both kids and adults alike.

Ready in just 150 minutes, this recipe yields enough to serve 24 people, making it ideal for gatherings or simply to have on hand for those busy weekdays. With only 174 calories per slice, you can enjoy this delicious treat without the guilt. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to create a loaf of banana bread that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.5 cups banana very ripe mashed (3 to 4 medium)
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk 
  •  eggs 
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose gold medal®
  • cup nuts chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 1.3 cups sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Move oven rack to low position so that tops of pans will be in center of oven.
  2. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottoms only of 2 loaf pans, 8 1/2x4 1/2x2 1/2 inches, or 1 loaf pan, 9x5x3 inches.
  3. Mix sugar and butter in large bowl. Stir in eggs until well blended.
  4. Add bananas, buttermilk and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Stir in flour, baking soda and salt just until moistened. Stir in nuts.
  5. Pour into pans.
  6. Bake 8-inch loaves about 1 hour, 9-inch loaf about 1 1/4 hours, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes. Loosen sides of loaves from pans; remove from pans and place top side up on wire rack. Cool completely, about 2 hours, before slicing. Wrap tightly and store at room temperature up to 4 days, or refrigerate up to 10 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories174kcal
Protein7.07%
Fat38.38%
Carbs54.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.86
Glycemic Load
15.86
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.1239130516415%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.57mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:174.31kcal
8.72%
Fat:7.6g
11.69%
Saturated Fat:1.44g
9.03%
Carbohydrates:24.3g
8.1%
Net Carbohydrates:23.17g
8.42%
Sugar:11.85g
13.17%
Cholesterol:14.19mg
4.73%
Sodium:198.74mg
8.64%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Protein:3.15g
6.3%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.63%
Selenium:5.88µg
8.4%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.1%
Folate:30.72µg
7.68%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.61%
Vitamin B3:1.12mg
5.61%
Phosphorus:54.83mg
5.48%
Copper:0.11mg
5.38%
Iron:0.92mg
5.12%
Magnesium:20mg
5%
Fiber:1.14g
4.54%
Vitamin A:204.11IU
4.08%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.32%
Potassium:97.59mg
2.79%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.67%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.4%
Calcium:16.03mg
1.6%
Vitamin E:0.21mg
1.37%
Vitamin C:0.85mg
1.03%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.01%