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Moist Banana Oat Bread
Savor the comforting taste of this Moist Banana Oat Bread, where the natural sweetness of ripe bananas marries beautifully with hearty oats and crunchy walnuts. As the bread bakes, the warm aroma of cinnamon wafts through your kitchen, inviting you to indulge in a slice. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even a delicious dessert, this loaf is not only wholesome but also a wonderful way to use overripe bananas, minimizing waste and maximizing flavor. Originating during the Great Depression, banana bread became a staple in American households, allowing families to stretch their ingredients and enjoy a delightful treat.
Ingredients
- Ripe bananas
- 3, medium-sized
- Rolled oats
- 1 cup
- All-purpose flour
- 1 cup
- Chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup
- Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon
- Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup
- Honey
- 1/3 cup
- Eggs
- 2, large
- Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth, leaving a few small lumps for texture.
- Add the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to the mashed bananas. Stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, honey, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the banana mixture and fold gently until incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy it plain or with a spread of butter, cream cheese, or nut butter!
Tips
- For added flavor, consider mixing in a handful of chocolate chips or dried fruits like cranberries or raisins.
- If you prefer a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Make sure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and sweetness; the more brown spots, the better!
Dietary Information
Servings: 10 Dish Type: Bread Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 45-50 minutes Calories: 180 Fat: 7g Carbs: 26g Protein: 3g Sodium: 150mg Sugar: 5g
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