Amazing Banana Bread

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15

Amazing Banana Bread - A Delicious and Nutritious Recipe

by The Chefin Baked Goods

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

256

Sugar

22g

Fat

11g

Amazing Banana Bread is a classic recipe that has been enjoyed by generations of families. This moist and flavorful bread is perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. It is a great way to use up overripe bananas that might otherwise go to waste. The bread is easy to make and can be customized with additional ingredients such as chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit for added flavor and texture. Serve this delicious bread fresh out of the oven or toasted with a dollop of butter. It is sure to become a family favorite!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	In a large mixing bowl, sift the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda together.
3.	Add the shortening, mashed banana, and beaten eggs to the dry mixture.
4.	Mix the ingredients thoroughly, until well combined and the batter is smooth.
5.	Pour the batter into a greased bread loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
6.	Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

PROS

Amazing Banana Bread is a delicious and nutritious snack or dessert that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
The recipe is simple and requires only a handful of ingredients that are likely already in your pantry.
The bread is moist, fluffy, and has a wonderful banana flavor that pairs well with a cup of coffee or tea.

CONS

While Amazing Banana Bread is a nutritious option compared to other sweets, it still contains sugar and fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Overripe bananas may also be required and they may not always be available.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are a good source of fiber, potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, and may help with digestion, blood pressure regulation, and immune system function. This recipe uses shortening which contains less saturated fat than butter and also provide essential fatty acids needed by the body.

	1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
	2/3 cup sugar
	1 teaspoon baking powder
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon baking soda
	1/2 cup shortening
	2 bananas , very ripe & mashed
	2 eggs , slightly beaten