banana bread Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Thu, 19 Oct 2023 08:08:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 This Vegan Banana Bread Will Rock Your World https://thedancingcucumber.com/this-vegan-banana-bread-will-rock-your-world/ Sat, 21 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=7812 Here’s a familiar situation: you buy a bunch of bananas, thinking you’ll eat one every day. Then you forget they exist and by the end of the week, they’re so ripe there’s no way you can eat them all before they go bad. What do you do? Why, make this delicious vegan banana bread recipe, […]

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]]> Here’s a familiar situation: you buy a bunch of bananas, thinking you’ll eat one every day. Then you forget they exist and by the end of the week, they’re so ripe there’s no way you can eat them all before they go bad. What do you do? Why, make this delicious vegan banana bread recipe, of course. Check it out below.

Ingredients:

  • 4 bananas
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 nondairy milk (Choose your favorite. We like oat milk!)
  • 1/2 cup brown sufar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, ideally using an oven thermometer to confirm the correct temperature.
  2. Grease a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray or some vegetable oil.
  3. Mash your bananas in a bowl. Add brown sugar, oil, vanilla, and almond milk, whisking until combined.
  4. Now add in the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon). Stir until combined, being careful not to over stir.
  5. Transfer the batter to your pan, adding optional toppings like nuts, chocolate chips, or sliced bananas.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes. Line the top of the pan with foil and bake for 15 more minutes, or until a toothpick comes out of the center of the banana bread clean.

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]]> Best Ways to Make Banana Bread a Little Bit Healthier https://thedancingcucumber.com/best-ways-to-make-banana-bread-a-little-bit-healthier/ Mon, 06 Feb 2023 08:07:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=8413 Everyone seems to be obsessed with banana bread these days, and for a good reason! This is definitely one of the most delicious baked goods on the market, and you can make it even better by putting a healthy twist on it. Flour Choice The flour you’re using will make or break your banana bread. […]

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]]> Everyone seems to be obsessed with banana bread these days, and for a good reason! This is definitely one of the most delicious baked goods on the market, and you can make it even better by putting a healthy twist on it.

Flour Choice

The flour you’re using will make or break your banana bread. It’s best to replace white flour with gluten-free varieties, such as almond and oat flour, if you’re trying to keep your bread on the healthy side.

Healthy Add-Ins

There are many ingredients you can add to your bread to improve its taste. Nuts, seeds, and fruits are some of the most popular healthy options, while chocolate chips are best avoided, or replaced with cacao or dark chocolate.

Avoid Sugar Overload

Adding processed sugar to your banana bread is best avoided because you’ll get that sweet taste that you’re craving from bananas alone. If you insist on making your banana bread sweeter, stick to natural sweeteners, such as honey and maple syrup.

Smaller Portions

Even if you make all of these changes, bananas are still pretty high in carbs. That’s why this baked good is best eaten in moderation, especially if you’re trying to embrace a low-carb approach to your diet.  

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]]> Best Ways to Keep Your Banana Bread Fresh for Longer https://thedancingcucumber.com/best-ways-to-keep-your-banana-bread-fresh-for-longer/ Sun, 31 Jul 2022 08:59:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=8077 Banana bread experienced a huge popularity boom in the past few years, but knowing how to keep it fresh is as important as knowing how to make it. It’s highly unlikely you’ll eat a whole loaf in a single sitting, so it’s time to learn how to keep this baked treat fresh for as long […]

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]]> Banana bread experienced a huge popularity boom in the past few years, but knowing how to keep it fresh is as important as knowing how to make it. It’s highly unlikely you’ll eat a whole loaf in a single sitting, so it’s time to learn how to keep this baked treat fresh for as long as possible.

Kitchen Counter

Leaving your banana bread at room temperature won’t do it any harm if you’re planning to eat it pretty fast. It can stay fresh for up to four days on your kitchen counter, as long as you store it inside an airtight container with a closed lid so it wouldn’t get too soggy.

Fridge Storage

You can extend the shelf life of your banana bread for up to a week by storing it in your fridge. It’s important to use plastic wrap when storing it this way because it won’t go dry as quickly if it’s tightly wrapped because it can keep its moisture for longer this way.

Freezer Storage

If eating your banana bread in a single week doesn’t seem realistic because you made too much, you can store some of it in your freezer for up to three months. You can cut it into smaller pieces if you don’t want to freeze the whole loaf, and it’s highly recommended to use plastic wrap again.

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]]> 3 Foods That are Sometimes Good When They’re Mushy https://thedancingcucumber.com/3-foods-that-are-sometimes-good-when-theyre-mushy/ Sat, 11 Jun 2022 08:27:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=8148 Mushy food doesn’t usually spell out the word appetizing—most of the time. Just saying the word “mushy” is making us uncomfortable even as we’re writing this. But as all seasoned cooks and bakers will know, having mushy food on your hands isn’t always a bad thing. Here are three instances where it’ll benefit you if […]

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]]> Mushy food doesn’t usually spell out the word appetizing—most of the time. Just saying the word “mushy” is making us uncomfortable even as we’re writing this. But as all seasoned cooks and bakers will know, having mushy food on your hands isn’t always a bad thing. Here are three instances where it’ll benefit you if your food is mushy!

Avocado

All guacamole-lovers knew this one was coming. Indeed, a mushy avocado is exactly what one needs if they’re trying to make themselves a fresh, tasty mix of guac. The mushier, the easier it is to mash up and mix in whichever seasonings you like!

Banana

Banana is another great example of a food that can benefit if it’s mushy. “Can” is the key word here because a solid banana is great on its own as well. It’s just that a mushy food can, alternatively, provide great fodder for a sweet, tasty, banana cake recipe.

Salmon

Perhaps this one is more about personal taste, but we can’t stand cooked salmon when it’s too dry. Does that mean that we’d prefer it to be mushy? To be honest, somewhere in the middle would be preferable, but we’d definitely rather it be moist than hard and dry.

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]]> Avoid 3 Common Mistakes When Making Banana Bread https://thedancingcucumber.com/avoid-three-common-mistakes-when-making-banana-bread/ Wed, 07 Apr 2021 09:46:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=4717 If we had to pick a single dish that defined the last year, we’d have to go with banana bread. Amateur bakers spent the last few months perfecting their recipe for this delicious treat, and you can do it too by avoiding these common mistakes. Choice of Bananas Fresh bananas may be delicious when eaten […]

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]]> If we had to pick a single dish that defined the last year, we’d have to go with banana bread. Amateur bakers spent the last few months perfecting their recipe for this delicious treat, and you can do it too by avoiding these common mistakes.

Choice of Bananas

Fresh bananas may be delicious when eaten on their own, but they won’t do your banana bread any favors. The riper your bananas are, the easier they’ll be to mash—and your bread will also be much tastier once you take it out of the oven.

Flour Measurements

The amount the flour you use will make or break your banana bread. If you go overboard, your bread will be too dry, but you’ll end up with a jiggly loaf if you don’t use enough. You can avoid this mistake by paying close attention to your recipe and using measuring cups for dry ingredients.

Mixing the Ingredients

You should also keep in mind that gluten can develop when you mix your ingredients, leading to tough and rubbery loaf. Try not to overmix your batter, and your bread will be just as delicious and fluffy as you want it to be.

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]]> 6 Uses for Old Bananas https://thedancingcucumber.com/6-uses-for-old-bananas/ Sat, 07 Nov 2020 07:54:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=6406 When your bananas have been left out too long and the skin goes blotchy and black, this doesn’t have to mean they’re doomed to the bin. There are plenty of things you can do with them. Here are 6 tricks for your old bananas. Freeze Rather than throwing your old bananas away, the first thing […]

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]]> When your bananas have been left out too long and the skin goes blotchy and black, this doesn’t have to mean they’re doomed to the bin. There are plenty of things you can do with them.

Here are 6 tricks for your old bananas.

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Freeze

Rather than throwing your old bananas away, the first thing to do is freeze them. Then you can use them in the future in any of the ways outlined below.

Ice Lollipop

A frozen banana makes an excellent ice lollipop. Just take it out of the freezer and eat it to your heart’s content.

Banana Bread

Old bananas are perfect for this classic dish. Very ripe bananas are sweeter, softer and better for baking than younger bananas.

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Milkshake

Put the banana into a blender with a pint of milk, and you have beautiful milkshakes. If you’re feeling indulgent, add a little cream on top.

Image by ImagesBG from Pixabay

Smoothie

Whack the old bananas in a blender with your choice of fruits and add ice for a delicious, healthy and refreshing fruit smoothie.

Photo by Louis Hansel @shotsoflouis on Unsplash

Cake

You can also bake your ripe bananas into cakes. They give the cake a hint of sweet banana without being overpowering.

Image by Eusa_Ho from Pixabay 

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]]> Best Homemade Bread Recipes For Your Cookbook https://thedancingcucumber.com/best-homemade-bread-recipes-for-your-cookbook/ Sun, 04 Oct 2020 09:59:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=5394 Bread baking fever has overtaken the world this year and gave rise to many delicious bread recipes. Here are a couple of homemade bread ideas that belong in your personal cookbook. Pumpkin Bread The season of pumpkins is upon us, and we’re adding this tasty seasonal fruit to pretty much every dish. Take a break […]

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]]> Bread baking fever has overtaken the world this year and gave rise to many delicious bread recipes. Here are a couple of homemade bread ideas that belong in your personal cookbook.

Pumpkin Bread

The season of pumpkins is upon us, and we’re adding this tasty seasonal fruit to pretty much every dish. Take a break from pumpkin pies and pumpkin spice latte by making some pumpkin bread instead.

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Banana Bread

We’ve been raving about banana bread all year long, and if you still haven’t perfected your own recipe—now’s the time!

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Banana Bread ✨ It’s been a hot minute since I’ve shared some baking inspo and to be honest, I miss baking a lot. On the one hand, I won’t let myself have the time in the kitchen and on the other hand I don’t know who to share all the baked goodies with (that’s gonna change soon tho 😋😏). So when I got some extra ripe at my organic store last week, it was quite given that I needed to treat myself to a gorgeous loaf of banana bread again. If you’re in the baking mood, give this BANANA BREAD a try! 🙏🏼 Recipe; 1 chia egg (1 tbsp chia seeds + 3 tbsp water) 1.5 cups spelt flour 0.5 cups ground tigernuts/almonds 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 2 ripe bananas (+1 more to top) ¼-1/2 cup plant milk ¼ cup maple syrup 1 heaping tsp nut butter ½ cup chocolate chips (save some to go on top) Start off by preparing your chia egg, leave to sit for about 5 minutes. In the meantime, combine the dry ingredients and give it a good stir. Whisk together the wet ingredients and carefully fold them into the dry ones. Add your chocolate chips and pour the batter into a slightly greased loaf pan. Top with another banana and some choc chips before baking it in the oven at 180 degrees for about 45 minutes.✨

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Garlic Bread

If you want to take a break from sweet and fruity bread recipes and try something more intense and savory instead, garlic bread is your best bet.

Cinnamon Apple Bread

If you’re a huge fan of cinnamon rolls and apple pie, how about combining their tasty flavors together and baking one of the most delicious types of bread you could possibly taste?

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My favorite kind of baked goods are the ones you can enjoy anytime. Dessert for breakfast? YES, please! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This apple cinnamon pull apart bread is like a loaf of cinnamon rolls studded with bits of Granny Smith apples. It’s a soft and fluffy bread meant be eaten as soon as it’s baked! Instead of the usual cream cheese glaze, this one is topped with honey glaze. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Clickable recipe link in profile ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ https://www.thelittleepicurean.com/2015/09/apple-cinnamon-pull-apart-bread.html . . . #littleepicurean #cinnamonbread #bakersgonnabake #feedfeed #thebakefeed #bakefromscratch #applebread #applecinnamon #yeastbread #instabake #pullapartbread #autumnvibes #autumnbaking #fallbaking

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Lemon Blueberry Bread

This sweet combo also deserves a spot in your cookbook, because the citrus glaze adds an irresistible finish to your blueberry-filled bread.

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]]> Breakfast Breads to Try Baking https://thedancingcucumber.com/breakfast-breads-to-try-baking/ Wed, 15 Apr 2020 18:34:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=3843 Nothing is better to get a great start to your day than a hearty and filling breakfast. While some of us might opt for protein-packed options like bacon and eggs in the morning, another great option for starting your day is with breakfast breads. Have you ever thought about putting your baking skills to the […]

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]]> Nothing is better to get a great start to your day than a hearty and filling breakfast. While some of us might opt for protein-packed options like bacon and eggs in the morning, another great option for starting your day is with breakfast breads.

Have you ever thought about putting your baking skills to the test and creating a delicious breakfast bread? Here are three great choices for recipes to try making.

Banana Bread

If you have some overripe bananas lying around your kitchen, this would be the perfect opportunity for you to experiment with making banana bread. Nuts such as almonds and walnuts are often added to make this tasty loaf even more scrumptious.

Pumpkin Bread

One of our favorite fall choices at the breakfast table is pumpkin bread, which combines brown sugar, pumpkin, and cinnamon to create a bread that is absolutely to die for. The moist nature of pumpkin makes this bread’s texture almost melt in your mouth.

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Good morning! Temporarily interrupting your morning with this delicious PUMPKIN SPICED MAPLE LOAF🍁 I know I know it’s spring and Easter and all that stuff, but pumpkin spice is just something that never gets old🤷🏻‍♀️ ——————————————————————————— Recipe: – 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour – 1 tsp baking soda – 1/2 tsp baking powder – 2 tsp ground cinnamon – 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg – 1 tsp orange zest – 2 eggs – 1 cup homemade pumpkin puree (blended steamed pumpkin in the blender)🍂 – 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted and cooled – 1/4 cup orange juice – 1/2 cup maple syrup – 1 tsp vanilla extract – 2 tbsp cacao nibs Steps: 1. Preheat oven to 350 F and grease loaf pan with oil. 2. Mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and orange zest together in a bowl. 3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, pumpkin puree, coconut oil, orange juice, maple syrup and vanilla together. 4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix together until combined and then add in cacao nibs. 5. Pour the batter into your loaf pan. 6. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. . . . . . . #anorexiarecover #anorexiarecoveryfood #anorexiarecovering #anorexiarecoverymeal #anorexiarecover #anarecovery #edrecovery #edrecoverywarrior #edrecovering #healthylifestyle #healthybaking #bakingtime #baking #healthyliving #healthyeating #foodinspo #bakinglove #dessert #afternoonsnack #foodblogger #foodporn #foodstagram #cakestagram #loafcake #loafbread #dessertforbreakfast #healthydesserts #healthysnacks #pumpkinrecipes #dessertrecipes #pumpkinbread

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Lemon Poppy Seed Bread

Are you a fan of light breads? If so, lemon poppy seed might be a great choice for you to experiment with in the kitchen. We especially like adding a light and sugary lemon peel glaze to the top of this bread to put a finishing touch on it.

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]]> Make Your Own Banana Bread Truffles With 4 Simple Ingredients https://thedancingcucumber.com/make-your-own-banana-bread-truffles-with-4-simple-ingredients/ Wed, 04 Mar 2020 12:56:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=3533 If you have some banana bread you’re not sure what to do with, you can make these delicious banana bread truffles that can be an in-between meals snack or an after-lunch dessert. You can use store-bought or homemade banana bread to make this recipe; it’s really great when you have leftover banana bread that you […]

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]]> If you have some banana bread you’re not sure what to do with, you can make these delicious banana bread truffles that can be an in-between meals snack or an after-lunch dessert. You can use store-bought or homemade banana bread to make this recipe; it’s really great when you have leftover banana bread that you don’t want to go bad.

Ingredients:

  • banana bread, 12 oz
  • 1/2 to 1 cup vanilla or cream cheese frosting
  • chocolate candy coating, 1 lb
  • finely chopped pecans, 1/4 cup

Instructions:

  1. Crumble the banana bread with your hands in a large ball. Add frosting and stir with a spatula until you get an even mixture. The amount of frosting you need may depend on the dryness of your banana bread.
  2. Make 1-inch balls out of the prepared mixture and place them on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper. Refrigerate for a few hours; you can also do this a few days in advance and leave the truffles in the fridge until you’re ready to continue.
  3. Microwave the candy coating until melted. Using a fork or a toothpick, dip each ball into the candy coating. Sprinkle some chopped pecans on each ball and put it back on the baking sheet.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.

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]]> The Most Amazing Banana Bread Recipe https://thedancingcucumber.com/the-most-amazing-banana-bread-recipe/ Wed, 27 Nov 2019 06:38:39 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=3053 Once you make this banana bread, we guarantee it will be your next go-to. Trust us, it’s that good. It’s perfectly moist, super easy to make, chocolaty, and it’s a crowd favorite. We suggest doubling up the portion, you can freeze the leftovers. It can be made into muffins or bread; the choice is yours. […]

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]]> Once you make this banana bread, we guarantee it will be your next go-to. Trust us, it’s that good. It’s perfectly moist, super easy to make, chocolaty, and it’s a crowd favorite. We suggest doubling up the portion, you can freeze the leftovers. It can be made into muffins or bread; the choice is yours.

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🍌🎃Banana-Pumpkin Blender Muffins🎃🍌 (gluten- free, dairy-free, nut-free) AKA My favorite muffins ever! New recipe up on my blog but let me tell you why I’m obsessed before you head to the link in my profile 😁 1. They are so easy to make! Throw everything in the blender, scoop into a muffin tin, and bake. 🙌 2. Ripe bananas and just a touch of maple syrup make the muffins perfectly and naturally sweet without much added sweetener. 3. The pumpkin and spices give you all the cozy fall feels and make your house smell like heaven. 4. Prefect recipe to have little helpers involved. They can even choose toppings to customize the tops to please the whole family. My boys love mini chocolate chips and I’m a sucker for some chopped walnuts. 5. Full recipe on my blog but here are the simple ingredients (you probably already have at home) in case you’re curious: bananas, pumpkin purée, eggs, oil, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, salt, baking powder, and oats. … 🥰These muffins really make me happy. It’s the little things, right? 😆 Do you have a favorite muffin? If you give this recipe a try, I would love to know! 😊💕 . . #muffins #bananamuffins #pumpkinmuffins #healthymuffins #healthykids #cookingwithkids #kidsinthekitchen #kidscancook #toddlerscancook #realfoodforkids #glutenfreebaking #toddlerfood

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Ingredients:

  • 3 very ripe bananas
  • 1/3 cup melted butter, unsalted or salted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar (it depends how sweet you like it, but we always use 1/2)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 12 oz bag chocolate chips
  • nuts of your choice
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Friendly reminder that you may have some spotty bananas lying around that need a little love 🍌My extra Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is here for you ❤It’s one of my favorite recipes that I’ve been making for years and a huge crowd please 🙌🏻 Tag me if you try it 😊 RECIPE: 2 medium spotty bananas 2 eggs 1 1/3 cup almond flour 1/2 cup of oats blended into flour 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup 1/4 cup of coconut oil 1 tspn baking soda 1/2 tspn baking powder 1 tspn cinnamon 1 tspn vanilla extract 1/2 cup of chocolate chips Blend or whisk together the wet ingredients until smooth. Add in the dry ingredients and mix until well combined. Stir in half of the chocolate chips. Pour into a greased bread pan and top with the remaining chocolate chips. Bake on 350 F for about 30-35 min.

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Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350F (175C).
  2. Butter a 4×8 inch loaf pan or skip this step if you’re making muffins.
  3. Mash the bananas in a mixing bowl with a fork until they are smooth and stir in the melted butter.
  4. Mix in the baking soda and salt. Stir the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix in the flour.
  5. Add the chocolate chips and stir. If you want to add nuts add them in.
  6. Pour the batter into the pan or muffin tins and bake it for 50 min to an hour. The banana bread is done when you can stick a toothpick through the center and it comes out clean.
  7. Remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  8. Enjoy!

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> banana bread Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Thu, 19 Oct 2023 08:08:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 This Vegan Banana Bread Will Rock Your World https://thedancingcucumber.com/this-vegan-banana-bread-will-rock-your-world/ Sat, 21 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=7812 Here’s a familiar situation: you buy a bunch of bananas, thinking you’ll eat one every day. Then you forget they exist and by the end of the week, they’re so ripe there’s no way you can eat them all before they go bad. What do you do? Why, make this delicious vegan banana bread recipe, […]

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]]> Here’s a familiar situation: you buy a bunch of bananas, thinking you’ll eat one every day. Then you forget they exist and by the end of the week, they’re so ripe there’s no way you can eat them all before they go bad. What do you do? Why, make this delicious vegan banana bread recipe, of course. Check it out below.

Ingredients:

  • 4 bananas
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 nondairy milk (Choose your favorite. We like oat milk!)
  • 1/2 cup brown sufar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, ideally using an oven thermometer to confirm the correct temperature.
  2. Grease a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray or some vegetable oil.
  3. Mash your bananas in a bowl. Add brown sugar, oil, vanilla, and almond milk, whisking until combined.
  4. Now add in the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon). Stir until combined, being careful not to over stir.
  5. Transfer the batter to your pan, adding optional toppings like nuts, chocolate chips, or sliced bananas.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes. Line the top of the pan with foil and bake for 15 more minutes, or until a toothpick comes out of the center of the banana bread clean.

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]]> Best Ways to Make Banana Bread a Little Bit Healthier https://thedancingcucumber.com/best-ways-to-make-banana-bread-a-little-bit-healthier/ Mon, 06 Feb 2023 08:07:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=8413 Everyone seems to be obsessed with banana bread these days, and for a good reason! This is definitely one of the most delicious baked goods on the market, and you can make it even better by putting a healthy twist on it. Flour Choice The flour you’re using will make or break your banana bread. […]

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]]> Everyone seems to be obsessed with banana bread these days, and for a good reason! This is definitely one of the most delicious baked goods on the market, and you can make it even better by putting a healthy twist on it.

Flour Choice

The flour you’re using will make or break your banana bread. It’s best to replace white flour with gluten-free varieties, such as almond and oat flour, if you’re trying to keep your bread on the healthy side.

Healthy Add-Ins

There are many ingredients you can add to your bread to improve its taste. Nuts, seeds, and fruits are some of the most popular healthy options, while chocolate chips are best avoided, or replaced with cacao or dark chocolate.

Avoid Sugar Overload

Adding processed sugar to your banana bread is best avoided because you’ll get that sweet taste that you’re craving from bananas alone. If you insist on making your banana bread sweeter, stick to natural sweeteners, such as honey and maple syrup.

Smaller Portions

Even if you make all of these changes, bananas are still pretty high in carbs. That’s why this baked good is best eaten in moderation, especially if you’re trying to embrace a low-carb approach to your diet.  

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]]> Best Ways to Keep Your Banana Bread Fresh for Longer https://thedancingcucumber.com/best-ways-to-keep-your-banana-bread-fresh-for-longer/ Sun, 31 Jul 2022 08:59:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=8077 Banana bread experienced a huge popularity boom in the past few years, but knowing how to keep it fresh is as important as knowing how to make it. It’s highly unlikely you’ll eat a whole loaf in a single sitting, so it’s time to learn how to keep this baked treat fresh for as long […]

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]]> Banana bread experienced a huge popularity boom in the past few years, but knowing how to keep it fresh is as important as knowing how to make it. It’s highly unlikely you’ll eat a whole loaf in a single sitting, so it’s time to learn how to keep this baked treat fresh for as long as possible.

Kitchen Counter

Leaving your banana bread at room temperature won’t do it any harm if you’re planning to eat it pretty fast. It can stay fresh for up to four days on your kitchen counter, as long as you store it inside an airtight container with a closed lid so it wouldn’t get too soggy.

Fridge Storage

You can extend the shelf life of your banana bread for up to a week by storing it in your fridge. It’s important to use plastic wrap when storing it this way because it won’t go dry as quickly if it’s tightly wrapped because it can keep its moisture for longer this way.

Freezer Storage

If eating your banana bread in a single week doesn’t seem realistic because you made too much, you can store some of it in your freezer for up to three months. You can cut it into smaller pieces if you don’t want to freeze the whole loaf, and it’s highly recommended to use plastic wrap again.

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]]> 3 Foods That are Sometimes Good When They’re Mushy https://thedancingcucumber.com/3-foods-that-are-sometimes-good-when-theyre-mushy/ Sat, 11 Jun 2022 08:27:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=8148 Mushy food doesn’t usually spell out the word appetizing—most of the time. Just saying the word “mushy” is making us uncomfortable even as we’re writing this. But as all seasoned cooks and bakers will know, having mushy food on your hands isn’t always a bad thing. Here are three instances where it’ll benefit you if […]

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]]> Mushy food doesn’t usually spell out the word appetizing—most of the time. Just saying the word “mushy” is making us uncomfortable even as we’re writing this. But as all seasoned cooks and bakers will know, having mushy food on your hands isn’t always a bad thing. Here are three instances where it’ll benefit you if your food is mushy!

Avocado

All guacamole-lovers knew this one was coming. Indeed, a mushy avocado is exactly what one needs if they’re trying to make themselves a fresh, tasty mix of guac. The mushier, the easier it is to mash up and mix in whichever seasonings you like!

Banana

Banana is another great example of a food that can benefit if it’s mushy. “Can” is the key word here because a solid banana is great on its own as well. It’s just that a mushy food can, alternatively, provide great fodder for a sweet, tasty, banana cake recipe.

Salmon

Perhaps this one is more about personal taste, but we can’t stand cooked salmon when it’s too dry. Does that mean that we’d prefer it to be mushy? To be honest, somewhere in the middle would be preferable, but we’d definitely rather it be moist than hard and dry.

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]]> Avoid 3 Common Mistakes When Making Banana Bread https://thedancingcucumber.com/avoid-three-common-mistakes-when-making-banana-bread/ Wed, 07 Apr 2021 09:46:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=4717 If we had to pick a single dish that defined the last year, we’d have to go with banana bread. Amateur bakers spent the last few months perfecting their recipe for this delicious treat, and you can do it too by avoiding these common mistakes. Choice of Bananas Fresh bananas may be delicious when eaten […]

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]]> If we had to pick a single dish that defined the last year, we’d have to go with banana bread. Amateur bakers spent the last few months perfecting their recipe for this delicious treat, and you can do it too by avoiding these common mistakes.

Choice of Bananas

Fresh bananas may be delicious when eaten on their own, but they won’t do your banana bread any favors. The riper your bananas are, the easier they’ll be to mash—and your bread will also be much tastier once you take it out of the oven.

Flour Measurements

The amount the flour you use will make or break your banana bread. If you go overboard, your bread will be too dry, but you’ll end up with a jiggly loaf if you don’t use enough. You can avoid this mistake by paying close attention to your recipe and using measuring cups for dry ingredients.

Mixing the Ingredients

You should also keep in mind that gluten can develop when you mix your ingredients, leading to tough and rubbery loaf. Try not to overmix your batter, and your bread will be just as delicious and fluffy as you want it to be.

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]]> 6 Uses for Old Bananas https://thedancingcucumber.com/6-uses-for-old-bananas/ Sat, 07 Nov 2020 07:54:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=6406 When your bananas have been left out too long and the skin goes blotchy and black, this doesn’t have to mean they’re doomed to the bin. There are plenty of things you can do with them. Here are 6 tricks for your old bananas. Freeze Rather than throwing your old bananas away, the first thing […]

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]]> When your bananas have been left out too long and the skin goes blotchy and black, this doesn’t have to mean they’re doomed to the bin. There are plenty of things you can do with them.

Here are 6 tricks for your old bananas.

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Freeze

Rather than throwing your old bananas away, the first thing to do is freeze them. Then you can use them in the future in any of the ways outlined below.

Ice Lollipop

A frozen banana makes an excellent ice lollipop. Just take it out of the freezer and eat it to your heart’s content.

Banana Bread

Old bananas are perfect for this classic dish. Very ripe bananas are sweeter, softer and better for baking than younger bananas.

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Milkshake

Put the banana into a blender with a pint of milk, and you have beautiful milkshakes. If you’re feeling indulgent, add a little cream on top.

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Smoothie

Whack the old bananas in a blender with your choice of fruits and add ice for a delicious, healthy and refreshing fruit smoothie.

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Cake

You can also bake your ripe bananas into cakes. They give the cake a hint of sweet banana without being overpowering.

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]]> Best Homemade Bread Recipes For Your Cookbook https://thedancingcucumber.com/best-homemade-bread-recipes-for-your-cookbook/ Sun, 04 Oct 2020 09:59:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=5394 Bread baking fever has overtaken the world this year and gave rise to many delicious bread recipes. Here are a couple of homemade bread ideas that belong in your personal cookbook. Pumpkin Bread The season of pumpkins is upon us, and we’re adding this tasty seasonal fruit to pretty much every dish. Take a break […]

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]]> Bread baking fever has overtaken the world this year and gave rise to many delicious bread recipes. Here are a couple of homemade bread ideas that belong in your personal cookbook.

Pumpkin Bread

The season of pumpkins is upon us, and we’re adding this tasty seasonal fruit to pretty much every dish. Take a break from pumpkin pies and pumpkin spice latte by making some pumpkin bread instead.

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Banana Bread

We’ve been raving about banana bread all year long, and if you still haven’t perfected your own recipe—now’s the time!

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Banana Bread ✨ It’s been a hot minute since I’ve shared some baking inspo and to be honest, I miss baking a lot. On the one hand, I won’t let myself have the time in the kitchen and on the other hand I don’t know who to share all the baked goodies with (that’s gonna change soon tho 😋😏). So when I got some extra ripe at my organic store last week, it was quite given that I needed to treat myself to a gorgeous loaf of banana bread again. If you’re in the baking mood, give this BANANA BREAD a try! 🙏🏼 Recipe; 1 chia egg (1 tbsp chia seeds + 3 tbsp water) 1.5 cups spelt flour 0.5 cups ground tigernuts/almonds 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 2 ripe bananas (+1 more to top) ¼-1/2 cup plant milk ¼ cup maple syrup 1 heaping tsp nut butter ½ cup chocolate chips (save some to go on top) Start off by preparing your chia egg, leave to sit for about 5 minutes. In the meantime, combine the dry ingredients and give it a good stir. Whisk together the wet ingredients and carefully fold them into the dry ones. Add your chocolate chips and pour the batter into a slightly greased loaf pan. Top with another banana and some choc chips before baking it in the oven at 180 degrees for about 45 minutes.✨

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Garlic Bread

If you want to take a break from sweet and fruity bread recipes and try something more intense and savory instead, garlic bread is your best bet.

Cinnamon Apple Bread

If you’re a huge fan of cinnamon rolls and apple pie, how about combining their tasty flavors together and baking one of the most delicious types of bread you could possibly taste?

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My favorite kind of baked goods are the ones you can enjoy anytime. Dessert for breakfast? YES, please! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This apple cinnamon pull apart bread is like a loaf of cinnamon rolls studded with bits of Granny Smith apples. It’s a soft and fluffy bread meant be eaten as soon as it’s baked! Instead of the usual cream cheese glaze, this one is topped with honey glaze. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Clickable recipe link in profile ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ https://www.thelittleepicurean.com/2015/09/apple-cinnamon-pull-apart-bread.html . . . #littleepicurean #cinnamonbread #bakersgonnabake #feedfeed #thebakefeed #bakefromscratch #applebread #applecinnamon #yeastbread #instabake #pullapartbread #autumnvibes #autumnbaking #fallbaking

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Lemon Blueberry Bread

This sweet combo also deserves a spot in your cookbook, because the citrus glaze adds an irresistible finish to your blueberry-filled bread.

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]]> Breakfast Breads to Try Baking https://thedancingcucumber.com/breakfast-breads-to-try-baking/ Wed, 15 Apr 2020 18:34:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=3843 Nothing is better to get a great start to your day than a hearty and filling breakfast. While some of us might opt for protein-packed options like bacon and eggs in the morning, another great option for starting your day is with breakfast breads. Have you ever thought about putting your baking skills to the […]

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]]> Nothing is better to get a great start to your day than a hearty and filling breakfast. While some of us might opt for protein-packed options like bacon and eggs in the morning, another great option for starting your day is with breakfast breads.

Have you ever thought about putting your baking skills to the test and creating a delicious breakfast bread? Here are three great choices for recipes to try making.

Banana Bread

If you have some overripe bananas lying around your kitchen, this would be the perfect opportunity for you to experiment with making banana bread. Nuts such as almonds and walnuts are often added to make this tasty loaf even more scrumptious.

Pumpkin Bread

One of our favorite fall choices at the breakfast table is pumpkin bread, which combines brown sugar, pumpkin, and cinnamon to create a bread that is absolutely to die for. The moist nature of pumpkin makes this bread’s texture almost melt in your mouth.

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Good morning! Temporarily interrupting your morning with this delicious PUMPKIN SPICED MAPLE LOAF🍁 I know I know it’s spring and Easter and all that stuff, but pumpkin spice is just something that never gets old🤷🏻‍♀️ ——————————————————————————— Recipe: – 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour – 1 tsp baking soda – 1/2 tsp baking powder – 2 tsp ground cinnamon – 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg – 1 tsp orange zest – 2 eggs – 1 cup homemade pumpkin puree (blended steamed pumpkin in the blender)🍂 – 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted and cooled – 1/4 cup orange juice – 1/2 cup maple syrup – 1 tsp vanilla extract – 2 tbsp cacao nibs Steps: 1. Preheat oven to 350 F and grease loaf pan with oil. 2. Mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and orange zest together in a bowl. 3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, pumpkin puree, coconut oil, orange juice, maple syrup and vanilla together. 4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix together until combined and then add in cacao nibs. 5. Pour the batter into your loaf pan. 6. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. . . . . . . #anorexiarecover #anorexiarecoveryfood #anorexiarecovering #anorexiarecoverymeal #anorexiarecover #anarecovery #edrecovery #edrecoverywarrior #edrecovering #healthylifestyle #healthybaking #bakingtime #baking #healthyliving #healthyeating #foodinspo #bakinglove #dessert #afternoonsnack #foodblogger #foodporn #foodstagram #cakestagram #loafcake #loafbread #dessertforbreakfast #healthydesserts #healthysnacks #pumpkinrecipes #dessertrecipes #pumpkinbread

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Lemon Poppy Seed Bread

Are you a fan of light breads? If so, lemon poppy seed might be a great choice for you to experiment with in the kitchen. We especially like adding a light and sugary lemon peel glaze to the top of this bread to put a finishing touch on it.

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]]> Make Your Own Banana Bread Truffles With 4 Simple Ingredients https://thedancingcucumber.com/make-your-own-banana-bread-truffles-with-4-simple-ingredients/ Wed, 04 Mar 2020 12:56:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=3533 If you have some banana bread you’re not sure what to do with, you can make these delicious banana bread truffles that can be an in-between meals snack or an after-lunch dessert. You can use store-bought or homemade banana bread to make this recipe; it’s really great when you have leftover banana bread that you […]

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]]> If you have some banana bread you’re not sure what to do with, you can make these delicious banana bread truffles that can be an in-between meals snack or an after-lunch dessert. You can use store-bought or homemade banana bread to make this recipe; it’s really great when you have leftover banana bread that you don’t want to go bad.

Ingredients:

  • banana bread, 12 oz
  • 1/2 to 1 cup vanilla or cream cheese frosting
  • chocolate candy coating, 1 lb
  • finely chopped pecans, 1/4 cup

Instructions:

  1. Crumble the banana bread with your hands in a large ball. Add frosting and stir with a spatula until you get an even mixture. The amount of frosting you need may depend on the dryness of your banana bread.
  2. Make 1-inch balls out of the prepared mixture and place them on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper. Refrigerate for a few hours; you can also do this a few days in advance and leave the truffles in the fridge until you’re ready to continue.
  3. Microwave the candy coating until melted. Using a fork or a toothpick, dip each ball into the candy coating. Sprinkle some chopped pecans on each ball and put it back on the baking sheet.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.

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]]> The Most Amazing Banana Bread Recipe https://thedancingcucumber.com/the-most-amazing-banana-bread-recipe/ Wed, 27 Nov 2019 06:38:39 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=3053 Once you make this banana bread, we guarantee it will be your next go-to. Trust us, it’s that good. It’s perfectly moist, super easy to make, chocolaty, and it’s a crowd favorite. We suggest doubling up the portion, you can freeze the leftovers. It can be made into muffins or bread; the choice is yours. […]

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]]> Once you make this banana bread, we guarantee it will be your next go-to. Trust us, it’s that good. It’s perfectly moist, super easy to make, chocolaty, and it’s a crowd favorite. We suggest doubling up the portion, you can freeze the leftovers. It can be made into muffins or bread; the choice is yours.

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🍌🎃Banana-Pumpkin Blender Muffins🎃🍌 (gluten- free, dairy-free, nut-free) AKA My favorite muffins ever! New recipe up on my blog but let me tell you why I’m obsessed before you head to the link in my profile 😁 1. They are so easy to make! Throw everything in the blender, scoop into a muffin tin, and bake. 🙌 2. Ripe bananas and just a touch of maple syrup make the muffins perfectly and naturally sweet without much added sweetener. 3. The pumpkin and spices give you all the cozy fall feels and make your house smell like heaven. 4. Prefect recipe to have little helpers involved. They can even choose toppings to customize the tops to please the whole family. My boys love mini chocolate chips and I’m a sucker for some chopped walnuts. 5. Full recipe on my blog but here are the simple ingredients (you probably already have at home) in case you’re curious: bananas, pumpkin purée, eggs, oil, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, salt, baking powder, and oats. … 🥰These muffins really make me happy. It’s the little things, right? 😆 Do you have a favorite muffin? If you give this recipe a try, I would love to know! 😊💕 . . #muffins #bananamuffins #pumpkinmuffins #healthymuffins #healthykids #cookingwithkids #kidsinthekitchen #kidscancook #toddlerscancook #realfoodforkids #glutenfreebaking #toddlerfood

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Ingredients:

  • 3 very ripe bananas
  • 1/3 cup melted butter, unsalted or salted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar (it depends how sweet you like it, but we always use 1/2)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 12 oz bag chocolate chips
  • nuts of your choice
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Friendly reminder that you may have some spotty bananas lying around that need a little love 🍌My extra Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is here for you ❤It’s one of my favorite recipes that I’ve been making for years and a huge crowd please 🙌🏻 Tag me if you try it 😊 RECIPE: 2 medium spotty bananas 2 eggs 1 1/3 cup almond flour 1/2 cup of oats blended into flour 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup 1/4 cup of coconut oil 1 tspn baking soda 1/2 tspn baking powder 1 tspn cinnamon 1 tspn vanilla extract 1/2 cup of chocolate chips Blend or whisk together the wet ingredients until smooth. Add in the dry ingredients and mix until well combined. Stir in half of the chocolate chips. Pour into a greased bread pan and top with the remaining chocolate chips. Bake on 350 F for about 30-35 min.

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Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350F (175C).
  2. Butter a 4×8 inch loaf pan or skip this step if you’re making muffins.
  3. Mash the bananas in a mixing bowl with a fork until they are smooth and stir in the melted butter.
  4. Mix in the baking soda and salt. Stir the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix in the flour.
  5. Add the chocolate chips and stir. If you want to add nuts add them in.
  6. Pour the batter into the pan or muffin tins and bake it for 50 min to an hour. The banana bread is done when you can stick a toothpick through the center and it comes out clean.
  7. Remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  8. Enjoy!

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