Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Buttermilk Banana Bread, a delightful treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. This recipe features ripe bananas blended with the creamy richness of buttermilk, resulting in an incredibly moist and flavorful loaf. The sweet aroma wafting through your kitchen will have everyone eagerly awaiting a warm slice slathered with butter or cream cheese. Plus, this versatile recipe allows for creative add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips, making it easy to customize based on your familyโs preferences. Whether youโre sharing with friends during gatherings or enjoying it throughout the week, this banana bread is sure to become a cherished favorite in your home.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or substitute milk with lemon juice)
- 2 1/4 cups very ripe mashed bananas (about 5 medium)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300ยฐF and prepare two 9ร5-inch loaf pans by buttering them and lining with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light; add eggs one at a time followed by mashed bananas.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the banana mixture, alternating with buttermilk until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for about 60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use very ripe bananas for optimal sweetness. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and fluffy. Store leftovers in an airtight container; they stay fresh for up to one week.