Ingredients and Weight:
- Flour: 2 cups
- Butter: 100g (1/2 cup)
- Sugar: 1 cup
- Eggs: 2
- Bananas: 3 (ripe, peeled and mashed)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Milk: 1/2 cup (or as needed to adjust consistency)
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 (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Add mashed bananas and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar-egg mixture and mix well.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Add milk if needed to adjust the consistency.
- Pour the bread mixture into a well-greased loaf pan.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming equal distribution among 8 people)
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and moist texture due to the bananas and butter content.
- Rich vanilla flavor with a hint of banana sweetness.
- Perfect for breakfast, snack, or even as a dessert.
User Comments:
- "This banana bread is amazing! The creamy texture is just what I love." - John Doe, New York
- "The vanilla flavor complements the bananas perfectly." - Jane Smith, California
- "This is a great recipe for weekend baking with family." - Michael Johnson, Texas
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the consistency of the bread mixture by adding milk as needed; it should be neither too runny nor too thick.
- Grease the loaf pan well to ensure easy removal of the bread after baking.
