Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Buttermilk Banana Bread, a comforting classic that is perfect for any occasion. This moist and flavorful bread features ripe bananas and a hint of tanginess from buttermilk, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. With its easy preparation and adaptability, you can customize this recipe by adding nuts, chocolate chips, or shredded coconut to suit your taste. This recipe yields two loaves, making it perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying throughout the week.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 cup buttermilk (or substitute with milk and lemon juice)
- 2 1/4 cups very ripe mashed bananas (about 5 medium bananas)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare two loaf pans by buttering and lining with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. If using pecans, add them now.
- In another bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time followed by mashed bananas.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and buttermilk alternately until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for about one hour or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg