Banana Bread in a Snap
Bake up a batch of delicious 6-serving banana bread in just an hour! This easy, straightforward recipe calls for 100 grams of soft unsalted butter and 100 grams of powdered sugar, creamed together until light and fluffy. The rest of the ingredients include self-raising flour, ripe bananas, baking powder, and an egg.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 265 Fat: 16g Carbohydrates: 25g Sugar: 3g Protein: 4g
(Based on a 6-portion serving size.)
Let's Get Started
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Whisk together the softened butter and powdered sugar until they're fluffy and well-combined.
- Combine the egg and a spoonful of flour in your mixer. Mix until the mixture is smooth. Then, mash your bananas and incorporate them into the mixture.
- Gradually add the remaining flour and baking powder to the bowl, mixing until everything is well-incorporated.
- Pour the batter into a baking mold and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool before serving.
Delicious Banana Bread Variations
If you're looking to spice up your banana bread recipe, consider adding a tablespoon of rum extract or cinnamon to the batter for an extra kick of flavor. Or try stirring in some crunchy walnuts or pecans for added texture.
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Creaming Butter and Sugar: A Detailed Approach
To properly cream butter and sugar for banana bread, follow these steps:
- Prepare your ingredients: Ensure your butter and sugar are at room temperature. This makes the creaming process smoother and easier.
- Cream the butter and sugar: Using a handheld or stand mixer equipped with a paddle or whisk attachment, beat the butter and sugar together on medium to high speed. Begin with the butter and sugar in the mixing bowl. Beat until the mixture starts to break down, becoming light and fluffy. Continue beating for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy (without visible sugar crystals).
- Avoid overmixing: Be careful not to overmix the butter and sugar. Overmixing can result in dense, tough banana bread. Stop mixing once the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- After creaming the butter and sugar, add your eggs one at a time, followed by other wet ingredients such as mashed bananas, vanilla extract, and so on. Mix only until just combined.
By following these steps, you'll achieve a smooth, well-combined butter and sugar mixture, which is crucial for achieving a light, fluffy banana bread texture.
