Gingerbread Banana Bread
Gingerbread Banana Bread is a delightful fusion of warm spices and sweet, ripe bananas that creates a comforting and indulgent treat. The aroma of this moist bread baking is sure to fill your home with holiday cheer, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or festive gatherings. Each slice boasts a rich flavor profile that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to make and endlessly adaptable, this recipe is a must-try for any banana bread lover looking to spice things up.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar (dark preferred)
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter with brown sugar until combined; add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
- Fold in the mashed bananas gently.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Customize by adding chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture. For vegan options, substitute eggs with additional mashed bananas and use plant-based butter.