Banana Bread from Africa

Discover the delightful warmth of Banana Bread from Africa, a unique twist on the classic quick bread recipe featuring bold, nutty flavors inspired by African culinary traditions. This moist and aromatic bread is elevated with a blend of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and finely chopped roasted peanuts, giving it an irresistible texture and depth. Made with ripe bananas and simple pantry staples, this one-bowl recipe comes together effortlessly in just 15 minutes of prep time. Perfectly spiced and baked to golden perfection, this banana bread is an ideal treat for breakfast, tea time, or dessert. Enjoy it as-is or pair it with a drizzle of honey for an exotic flair that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Africa!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pieces ripe bananas
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cup roasted peanuts (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel and mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl using a fork or potato masher until they are smooth and free of any large chunks.

Step 3

In the same bowl, add the melted unsalted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the finely chopped roasted peanuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Step 10

Carefully transfer the banana bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Step 11

Optionally, serve with a drizzle of honey or a spread of butter for added flavor!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1112.2 grams (1112.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2918

Total Fat 99.40g	127%
Saturated Fat 37.30g	186%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 496mg	165%
Sodium 2657mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 463.60g	169%
Dietary Fiber 26.80g	96%
Total Sugars 212.30g
Protein 61.00g	122%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 199mg	15%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 2654mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.9%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 62.0%