Ingredients and Weight:
- Dry oats: 1 cup
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Banana: 2 medium, mashed
- Cranberries: ½ cup, fresh or dried
- Brown sugar: ½ cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda: ½ teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Vegetable oil or melted butter: ½ cup
- Nonstick cooking spray or butter for greasing the pan
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45-55 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix mashed banana, brown sugar, and eggs. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones and mix well.
- Stir in the cranberries and vegetable oil/melted butter.
- Grease a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray or butter.
- Pour the bread mixture into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving: based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 350-400 (depending on the added fats)
- Fat: 15-20g
- Carbohydrates: 50-60g
- Protein: 8-10g
Dish Characteristics:
- This bread is a healthy and delicious alternative to regular breads with oats adding nutritional value and a unique texture.
- The combination of cranberries and banana gives it a festive and sweet taste that is perfect for any time of the year.
- The bread is moist and has a slight tangy flavor from the cranberries.
User Comments:
- "This bread was amazing! The combination of flavors was unique and delicious."
- "I made this for my family on Thanksgiving and they loved it. It was a hit!"
- "I love how moist and flavorful this bread is. It's a great addition to my breakfast routine."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- If using dried cranberries, soak them in water for 10-15 minutes to plump them up before adding to the bread mixture.
- Adjust the baking time according to your oven's calibration. Check the bread regularly after the first 40 minutes to ensure it doesn't overbake.
