WHOLE-BANANA BREAD
There are a lot of flavors beyond banana hanging out in this loaf: coconut, chocolate, tahini and almond extract. They get along so well that you end up with something that tastes notably better than almost any other banana bread you've had before. It's cocoa-rich, nutty and not too sweet. Using the whole fruit - both banana flesh and peel - punches up the banana flavor, but doesn't overshadow the other notes. Nadiya Hussain's recipe offers numerous substitutions; you could play up nutty notes by opting for almond butter and almond milk, or swap in olive oil in place of coconut oil. The recipe inspires infinite permutations.
Provided by Charlotte Druckman
Categories breakfast, snack, breads, dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 1 (8-inch) loaf
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-by-2 1/2-inch loaf pan with coconut oil and line it with parchment.
- Wash the bananas then trim and discard the tips. Peel the bananas, then slice the peels crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick strips. Place them in a small bowl and toss with 1 1/2 teaspoons flour to coat; set aside.
- In a large bowl, use a fork to smush the bananas into a rough purée. (Don't worry about small lumps.) Add the coconut oil, tahini, oat milk, almond and vanilla extracts, and salt. Beat together with a whisk to thoroughly incorporate and create a thick batter. Add the sugar and beat with the whisk to combine.
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder and baking powder into the batter and fold it in using a rubber spatula until no streaks remain. Fold the floured banana peels into the batter.
- Scrape the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top into an even layer. Bake for about 55 to 65 minutes, until a cake tester or toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then lift it out onto a baking rack using the parchment. Let it cool a bit, then serve warm with butter slathered on top, if using, or let it cool completely if you want to store it for later. (Wrapped tightly, the bread will keep at room temperature for about 4 days.)
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Marlene Bier
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds for the walnuts. The bread turned out great! It was moist and flavorful, and the sunflower seeds added a nice crunch.
Raj Poot
[email protected]This banana bread is delicious! I love the addition of chocolate chips. The bread is moist and flavorful, and it has a perfect crumb.
Ishraqahmad Khan
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.
giorgi jabidze
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the banana bread turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Black Gamer X
[email protected]This banana bread is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's made with whole wheat flour, which makes it a healthier option. The bread is moist and flavorful, with a perfect crumb.
oguichen Anderson Festus
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about using whole wheat flour in banana bread, but I was pleasantly surprised! The bread was moist and delicious, with a nice nutty flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Saru Arusmi
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly. The bread is moist, flavorful, and has a beautiful golden crust. I love that it's made with whole wheat flour, which makes it a healthier option.
Ron Dill
[email protected]Just made this recipe and it's a hit! The banana bread is moist, flavorful, and has a perfect crumb. I'll definitely be making this again.
Esther Dorbor
[email protected]Easy to make and delicious! I used almond flour instead of whole wheat flour, and it turned out great. The bread was moist and fluffy, with a perfect sweetness. My family loved it!
Evelyn Stephens
[email protected]This banana bread is incredibly moist and flavorful! The whole wheat flour gives it a nice nutty flavor, and the mashed banana adds a natural sweetness. I also love the addition of chocolate chips - they add a fun and decadent touch.