Nthochi Banana Bread

Discover the irresistible charm of Nthochi Banana Bread, a delightful Malawian-inspired twist on classic banana bread that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with ripe bananas, creamy butter, and a hint of vanilla, this quick and easy recipe yields a moist and flavorful loaf with just the right balance of sweetness. A touch of optional cinnamon adds a warm, aromatic depth, making it an ideal treat for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Requiring just 15 minutes of prep time and an hour in the oven, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious. Serve warm slices plain or spread with a pat of butter to enhance its rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Whether you’re new to baking or a seasoned pro, Nthochi Banana Bread will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups sugar
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or whisk.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Fold the mashed bananas into the batter until evenly distributed.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Step 10

Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve your Nthochi Banana Bread as is or with a spread of butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	978.7 grams (978.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2396

Total Fat 62.60g	80%
Saturated Fat 32.60g	163%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 502mg	167%
Sodium 2666mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 422.00g	153%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 197.30g
Protein 43.70g	87%

Vitamin D 109IU	544%
Calcium 210mg	16%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 1786mg	38%

*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: 23.2%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 69.6%