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cozy banana bread recipe

Cozy Homemade Banana Bread Mini Loaf

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This perfectly portioned banana bread mini loaf delivers warm, comforting flavors with a moist texture. The clever blend of butter and applesauce creates tenderness without excessive fat, while a trio of warm spices adds delightful complexity.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 mini loaves
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups ripe bananas mashed (the spottier the better)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup egg substitute or 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 cup butter softened
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • Mini loaf pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your mini loaf pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and unsweetened applesauce until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg substitute and mashed bananas to the butter mixture, stirring until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture, being careful not to overmix. A few lumps are perfectly fine for tender bread.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the greased mini loaf pans.
  7. Bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
  8. Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcal

Notes

For the best flavor, use bananas that are very ripe with plenty of dark spots or even black peels. These contain more natural sugar and banana flavor.
Feel free to customize your mini loaves by adding 1/2 cup of chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, or blueberries to the batter before baking.
These mini loaves freeze beautifully for up to 3 months. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil before freezing. Thaw at room temperature when ready to enjoy.
Serve with a smear of cream cheese or mascarpone for an extra special treat.

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