Name: Irresistible Banana Bread for Cozy Mornings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Can substitute with gluten-free flour.); 1 cup Granulated Sugar (Mix with brown sugar for moisture.); 1 teaspoon Baking Soda (Can substitute with 4 tsp baking powder.); 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Enhances flavors.); 2 Eggs (Can replace with flax eggs for vegan option.); 3 Ripe Bananas (Overripe is best or use applesauce.); 1/2 cup Canola Oil (Can substitute with melted butter or coconut oil.); 1/2 cup Buttermilk (Can substitute with regular milk with lemon juice.); 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Enhances flavor.); 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts (Optional; can replace with pecans or omit.); 1 cup Chocolate Chips (Optional for sweetness.); 1 teaspoon Spices (like Cinnamon or Nutmeg) (For extra flavor.); 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour (Can substitute half for a healthier version.)

Description

This irresistible banana bread combines ripe bananas and cinnamon for an unforgettable treat, perfect for cozy mornings.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Can substitute with gluten-free flour.)
1 cup Granulated Sugar (Mix with brown sugar for moisture.)
1 teaspoon Baking Soda (Can substitute with 4 tsp baking powder.)
1/2 teaspoon Salt (Enhances flavors.)
2 Eggs (Can replace with flax eggs for vegan option.)
3 Ripe Bananas (Overripe is best or use applesauce.)
1/2 cup Canola Oil (Can substitute with melted butter or coconut oil.)
1/2 cup Buttermilk (Can substitute with regular milk with lemon juice.)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Enhances flavor.)
1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts (Optional; can replace with pecans or omit.)
1 cup Chocolate Chips (Optional for sweetness.)
1 teaspoon Spices (like Cinnamon or Nutmeg) (For extra flavor.)
1 cup Whole Wheat Flour (Can substitute half for a healthier version.)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, mashed ripe bananas, canola oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gently add the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
If using, fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips into the batter.
Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the pan, smoothing the top.
Bake for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then turn onto a wire rack.

Notes

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 90 minutes
Category: Baking
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 200 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 150 mg
Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg

Keywords: Banana Bread, Baking, Dessert