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Maple Banana Bread

Moist Maple Banana Bread That You'll Want to Bake Again!

This Maple Banana Bread is a delightful blend of ripe bananas and maple syrup, perfect for breakfasts and snacks.
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: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Can substitute with coconut oil
  • 0.75 cups brown sugar Can swap with granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 0.33 cups maple syrup Honey can be a substitute
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1.25 cups mashed bananas Approximately 3-4 overripe bananas
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cups plain yogurt Can substitute with sour cream or buttermilk
  • 0.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecans Feel free to use other nuts
For Topping
  • 0.25 cups maple syrup For topping

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Stand Mixer
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Maple Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a stand mixer, cream together the unsalted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add maple syrup to the creamed mixture and mix for an additional minute.
  5. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, then mix in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture, alternating with plain yogurt. Stir until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans, reserving a handful for the topping.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the reserved nuts on top.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with aluminum foil.
  11. Cool the loaf in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and drizzle with maple syrup.
  12. Slice and enjoy; store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Banana bread tastes better the next day as flavors meld. Wrap tightly for best storage.

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