Brown Sugar Banana Bread

Indulge in the comforting sweetness of Brown Sugar Banana Bread, a timeless recipe elevated with the warm, caramel-like richness of brown sugar and a hint of cinnamon spice. Perfectly moist and loaded with the natural flavor of ripe bananas, this quick bread is simple to prepare and comes together in just 15 minutes of hands-on time. Whether you fold in chopped walnuts for a nutty crunch or add chocolate chips for a touch of decadence, this versatile recipe makes an irresistible treat for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Baked to golden perfection in under an hour, it’s the ultimate bake-at-home delight that promises to fill your kitchen with a cozy, irresistible aroma.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 115 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 190 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 75 grams chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Peel the bananas and mash them thoroughly in a large mixing bowl until smooth.

Step 3

Melt the butter in a microwave-safe dish or on the stovetop, and add it to the mashed bananas. Mix well.

Step 4

Stir in the brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing slowly to avoid overworking the batter.

Step 7

If desired, fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 9

Bake the banana bread in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve, or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1008.4 grams (1008.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3080

Total Fat 159.30g	204%
Saturated Fat 63.90g	320%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 474mg	158%
Sodium 2614mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 398.50g	145%
Dietary Fiber 22.30g	80%
Total Sugars 198.90g
Protein 44.20g	88%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 298mg	23%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 2290mg	49%

*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: 44.7%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 49.7%