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Maple Banana Bread

Moist Maple Banana Bread That's Perfect for Cozy Mornings

This Maple Banana Bread is a moist and flavorful treat perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
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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: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 ¾ cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with whole wheat flour for nuttier flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for the best rise.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Use coconut oil for a dairy-free alternative.
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Substitute with granulated sugar if desired.
  • ⅓ cup Maple Syrup Enhances flavor.
  • 2 Large Eggs Binds ingredients.
  • 1 ¼ cups Mashed Bananas Approximately 3-4 overripe bananas.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ¼ cup Plain Yogurt or Sour Cream Can use buttermilk as an alternative.
  • ¾ cup Walnuts or Pecans Chopped; swap in chocolate chips if desired.
For the Topping
  • ⅓ cup Maple Syrup Drizzled on top.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • sifter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Beat together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add maple syrup, mix well, and then add eggs, bananas, and vanilla.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the nuts and pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes; check doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Allow cooling in the pan for 10 minutes, then drizzle with maple syrup while still warm.
  9. Let it cool completely before slicing for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using room temperature ingredients and not overmixing will yield the best results. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to avoid a gummy texture.

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