Moist Banana Loaf

Ingredients:

• • 2 to 3 large overripe bananas

• • 1/2 cup oil (vegetable or canola oil)
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (adjust to taste)

• • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda

• • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (plus extra for topping)

Directions:

1. 1. Preheat the Oven:
      • Preheat your oven to 170°C (350°F).
   2. Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
      • • In a large bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth.
      • Add the oil, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
   3. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
      • • In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
      • Stir in the chopped walnuts.
   4. Combine Ingredients:
      • • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

   5. Prepare the Pan:
      • Brush a 7×4 inch loaf pan with oil or butter and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

1. Bake the Loaf:
   • • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
     • Top with additional walnuts if desired.
     • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

2. Cool and Serve:
   • • Allow the banana loaf to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
     • Slice and enjoy your deliciously moist banana loaf!

Recipe Tips and Variations:

• • Add-Ins: Feel free to add chocolate chips, dried fruit, or seeds to the batter for extra flavor and texture.
  • Sweetness: Adjust the amount of brown sugar to suit your taste. You can also use coconut sugar or maple syrup as alternatives.

• Gluten-Free: For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

Serving Suggestions:

• • With Butter: Serve with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey for extra indulgence.
  • As a Dessert: Enjoy with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutritional Information (Per Slice, approximate):

• • Calories: 200
  • Protein: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g

• • Fat: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 15g

Storage:

• Refrigeration: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Freezing: Wrap the loaf tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Conclusion:

This Moist Banana Loaf is a fantastic way to enjoy overripe bananas in a comforting and delicious way. Its simple ingredients come together to create a moist, flavorful loaf that’s perfect for any time of day.