Spiced Banana Bread

Vegetarian
Popular
Health score
2%
Spiced Banana Bread
120 min.
8
383kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of Spiced Banana Bread, a beloved treat that perfectly marries the sweetness of ripe bananas with a medley of warm spices. This vegetarian recipe is not only popular among breakfast enthusiasts but also makes for a fantastic brunch or dessert option. With its rich, moist texture and aromatic flavors, this banana bread is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Imagine waking up to the enticing aroma of freshly baked banana bread wafting through your home, inviting everyone to gather around the table. The combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground cloves adds a comforting warmth that makes each slice a cozy experience. Plus, it’s a wonderful way to use up those overripe bananas that might otherwise go to waste!

Whether you enjoy it plain, slathered with butter, or topped with a dollop of cream cheese, this Spiced Banana Bread is versatile enough to suit any palate. With a preparation time of just 120 minutes and enough to serve eight people, it’s perfect for family gatherings or a leisurely weekend brunch with friends. Each slice packs in approximately 383 calories, making it a satisfying yet indulgent choice for your morning meal or afternoon snack.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a deliciously spiced treat that will warm hearts and fill bellies. Your kitchen is about to become the favorite gathering spot with this irresistible Spiced Banana Bread!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  •  bananas very ripe
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • teaspoon cinnamon 
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

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

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 8x3 inch loaf pans.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda; set aside.
  3. Mash the bananas, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and cloves together in a large bowl with a fork until well combined. Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract, then fold in the flour mixture until a batter forms and no dry lumps remain.
  4. Pour into the prepared loaf pans.
  5. Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan, and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories383kcal
Protein5.51%
Fat30.3%
Carbs64.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.11
Glycemic Load
41.46
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.0291304173677%

Flavonoids

Catechin
3.6mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:383.25kcal
19.16%
Fat:13.19g
20.29%
Saturated Fat:7.79g
48.67%
Carbohydrates:62.86g
20.95%
Net Carbohydrates:60.3g
21.93%
Sugar:32.39g
35.99%
Cholesterol:71.42mg
23.81%
Sodium:470.22mg
20.44%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.15%
100%
Protein:5.4g
10.8%
Manganese:0.46mg
23.15%
Selenium:14.87µg
21.24%
Folate:74.71µg
18.68%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.96%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.18%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.52%
Vitamin B3:2.26mg
11.3%
Iron:1.93mg
10.71%
Fiber:2.56g
10.24%
Vitamin A:452.67IU
9.05%
Phosphorus:88.87mg
8.89%
Potassium:266.82mg
7.62%
Calcium:64.8mg
6.48%
Magnesium:25.22mg
6.3%
Vitamin C:5.15mg
6.24%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.2%
Copper:0.1mg
5.18%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.56%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.16%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
2.03%
Vitamin K:1.58µg
1.51%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%
Source:Allrecipes