Recipe: Moist and Flavorful Banana Bread ππ
Overview:
This delectable Banana Bread recipe is a treasured gem passed down from a 1970s Woman’s Weekly cookbook. It promises a light, moist loaf bursting with the delightful flavor of bananas. Perfect for those craving a quick, homemade treat, this recipe is easy to whip up in under an hour. Feel free to customize by adding a hint of coffee powder or substituting caster sugar with brown sugar for a unique twist!
Key Information:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf
- Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Fruit, European, Healthy, < 60 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 538.4
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8.1g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sodium: 400.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 96.3g
- Fiber: 3.6g
- Sugar: 39.3g
- Protein: 9.1g
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 tbsp caster sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp golden syrup
- Pinch of salt
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup self-raising flour
- 8 tbsp milk
Instructions:
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 180Β°C (350Β°F). Grease and line a loaf tin, approximately 10×4 inches in size. |
| 2 | In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and caster sugar together until they form a pale, creamy mixture. |
| 3 | Add the mashed bananas, egg, and golden syrup to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix well until combined. |
| 4 | Gradually fold in the self-raising flour, salt, and milk until a smooth batter forms. Be careful not to overmix. |
| 5 | Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin, spreading it evenly. |
| 6 | Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. |
| 7 | Once baked, remove the banana bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the tin for 10 minutes. |
| 8 | After 10 minutes, carefully transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy your moist and delicious Banana Bread! |
Recipe Notes:
- Ensure your bananas are ripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
- For a unique twist, try adding a teaspoon of coffee powder to the batter for a hint of mocha flavor.
- You can substitute caster sugar with brown sugar for a richer taste and deeper color.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices individually for longer storage. Just pop them in the toaster to reheat whenever you crave a slice! πβ€οΈ
