Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of this Brown-Butter Banana Bread Recipe, perfect for busy mornings or lazy afternoons. With the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter paired with the sweetness of ripe bananas, this bread is an irresistible treat that fills your home with delightful aromas as it bakes. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, each slice offers a moist and tender crumb that everyone in the family will love. Plus, it’s easy to whip up using pantry staples! Get ready to create a new favorite that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 3 large ripe bananas (mashed), plus 1 halved for decoration
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8.5-by-4.5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a light-colored sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat until golden brown, then let cool slightly.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a medium bowl and mix in the eggs until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, dark brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently without overmixing; fold in melted brown butter.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan; place banana halves on top cut-side up and sprinkle with extra brown sugar.
- Bake for about 70 to 80 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg