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Gingerbread Banana Bread Moist

Gingerbread Banana Bread Moist - A Cozy Holiday Delight

Gingerbread Banana Bread Moist is a cozy twist on a classic favorite that blends ripe bananas with rich spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 205
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Mash very well for an even texture.
  • 2 large Eggs Vital for binding ingredients.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Dairy-free option; or use melted unsalted butter.
  • 1/4 cup Molasses Essential for gingerbread flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for the best results.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute half with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness for effectiveness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness for effectiveness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Do not omit.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Spices for gingerbread flavor profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cloves
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Walnuts Can skip for nut-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Crystallized Ginger Can be replaced with dried cherries or chocolate chips.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash ripe bananas until smooth. Add eggs, brown sugar, oil or melted butter, molasses, and vanilla extract. Whisk until creamy.
  3. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves together.
  4. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fold in optional add-ins if desired.
  6. Transfer batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 205kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 171mgPotassium: 159mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 64IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure bananas are overly ripe for optimal sweetness and moisture. Avoid over-mixing for a tender crumb.

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