Spiced Banana Bread

Spiced Banana Bread: A Cozy Comfort Food

Imagine the warm, inviting aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves filling your kitchen. That's the enticing scent of freshly baked spiced banana bread. This classic recipe is a perfect blend of sweet, ripe bananas and comforting spices, making it a beloved treat for breakfast, snack, or dessert.

But don't stop at a simple slice! Get creative with your spiced banana bread. Here are a few ideas to inspire you:

Breakfast Bliss: Top a warm slice with a dollop of Greek yogurt, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of granola for a nutritious and satisfying start to your day. 

Afternoon Delight: Pair a slice with a cup of tea or coffee for a comforting afternoon snack.

Dessert Extravaganza: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce for a decadent dessert. 

Creative Creations: Use leftover bread to make French toast, banana bread pudding, or even banana bread croutons for a unique twist on a classic.

Ready to dive into this delicious recipe? Let's get baking!

Author
Old Town Spice Shop
Category

Baking

Cuisine

Baking

Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ tsp Kosher salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp ground ginger
  • 1 ½ cups mashed bananas (3-4 over-ripe bananas)
  • ½ cup oil or melted unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 Tbsp. OTSS Pure Madagascar vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp. Baking Powder

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350° and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt and spices in a large bowl until combined well.
  3. In a separate bowl, peel and mash bananas. Whisk in the eggs, vanilla extract, and oil or butter.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir without over-mixing the batter.
  5. Pour mixture into greased loaf pan.
  6. Bake for 55-65 minutes or until you can stick in a toothpick that comes out clean.
  7. Once fully baked, carefully remove the loaf from the pan and place on a cooling rack.

Spiced Banana Bread


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