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Buttermilk Banana Bread

Buttermilk Banana Bread

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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Buttermilk Banana Bread. This delightful recipe combines ripe bananas and buttermilk to create a moist and tender loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Each bite melts in your mouth, bringing nostalgia and joy to your kitchen. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or toasted with a spread, this banana bread is a family favorite that will quickly become a cherished tradition. Customize it by adding nuts or chocolate chips for an extra touch of flavor!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or milk with lemon juice)
  • 2 1/4 cups mashed very ripe bananas

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F and prepare two 9×5-inch loaf pans with butter and parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Fold in optional chopped pecans.
  3. In another bowl, cream the sugar and butter until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in the mashed bananas.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for about one hour or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

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