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Brown-Butter Banana Bread

Brown-Butter Banana Bread Recipe
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If you’re craving a comforting treat that fills your home with the inviting aroma of freshly baked bread, this Brown-Butter Banana Bread Recipe is just what you need! This delightful twist on a classic favorite transforms ordinary overripe bananas into something truly special. The nutty richness of brown butter combined with the deep sweetness of dark brown sugar creates a loaf that’s perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a busy weekday morning or a family gathering. Simple to prepare and made with ingredients often found in your kitchen, this recipe is bound to become your go-to for all things banana.

Ingredients

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  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 stick unsalted butter
  • 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8.5-by-4.5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray.
  2. In a light-colored sauté pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until golden brown and nutty in aroma; let cool slightly.
  3. Mash the bananas in a medium bowl, then mix in the eggs until well blended.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, dark brown sugar, baking powder, spices, and salt.
  5. Fold the banana mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; then stir in the melted brown butter.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan, decorate with banana halves cut-side up, and sprinkle extra dark brown sugar on top.
  7. Bake for 70 to 80 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.

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