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Maple Banana Bread

Irresistible Maple Banana Bread with Crunchy Nut Topping

This Maple Banana Bread is a delightful twist on a classic recipe, featuring natural sweetness and a crunchy nut topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda a leavening agent
  • ½ teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • ½ cup unsalted butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • ¾ cup brown sugar can use granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey for batter
  • 2 eggs or flax egg for vegan
  • 1 cup mashed bananas about 3-4 ripe bananas
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can substitute with almond extract
  • ½ cup plain yogurt or buttermilk as a substitute
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans can substitute with chocolate chips or omitted
For the Topping
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup for drizzling on top

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together ½ cup unsalted butter and ¾ cup brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Fold in 1 cup of mashed bananas and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with ½ cup of plain yogurt.
  6. Gently fold in ½ cup of walnuts or pecans. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Sprinkle reserved nuts on top and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle with warm maple syrup.
  9. Slice and serve after the bread has completely cooled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. Store the bread in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature.

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