Classic Banana Bread Recipe with a Twist – Spiced with Cinnamon, Cardamom, and Cloves
If you’re on the hunt for a delicious and unique banana bread recipe, look no further. This classic recipe takes things up a notch with an infusion of warming spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. The secret to the perfect loaf lies in using very ripe bananas with black peels, which add sweetness and moisture to the bread. And for chocolate enthusiasts, consider adding unsweetened or dark chocolate for a touch of bitterness. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, brunch, as an afternoon snack, or as a dessert, this banana bread is a winner.
Storage:
Make sure to store this fabulous banana bread tightly wrapped or in an airtight container at room temperature. It will stay fresh and delicious for up to 5 days. If you’d like to preserve it even longer, pop it in the freezer for up to 1 month.
From Voraciously staff writer Aaron Hutcherson.
Ingredients:
- Measuring cup
- Servings: 10-12 (makes one 9-by-5-inch loaf)
Directions:
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and place a rack in the middle. Line a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, making sure to leave at least 1 inch of overhang on the long sides.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the bananas, eggs, butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
Step 3: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and salt.
Step 4: Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture and gently stir until just combined. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula to incorporate any streaks. If desired, fold in the chocolate pieces.
Step 5: Scrape the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top. For a split top appearance, run a wet butter knife down the center of the loaf pan 1/2 to 1 inch deep.
Step 6: Bake the loaf for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes, until a tester inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few crumbs. The top should be nicely browned.
Step 7: Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Then, use the parchment paper overhang to gently lift it out and transfer it to a wire rack or serving tray. Serve the slices warm or at room temperature.
From Voraciously staff writer Aaron Hutcherson.
Nutritional Facts:
Per serving (1 slice), based on 12:
- Calories: 256
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Cholesterol: 67mg
- Fat: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Sodium: 181mg
- Sugar: 21g
Please note that this analysis is an estimate based on the available ingredients and this particular preparation. It is always best to consult a dietitian or nutritionist for personalized advice.
Tested by Aaron Hutcherson.
Published September 30, 2023
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