Blueberry Banana Bread
A moist and flavorful Blueberry Banana Bread that combines ripe bananas and fresh blueberries for a delightful treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) adds warmth and flavor
Wet Ingredients
- 4 large ripe bananas the riper, the better
- 1 large egg can substitute with flaxseed meal mixture or unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted) 1 stick
Fruits
- 1 cup fresh blueberries use fresh for best flavor; can substitute with other berries or chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and baking soda. Stir well and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth, leaving small chunks.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.
- Pour in the sugar and melted butter. If using, sprinkle in the cinnamon. Mix until the sugar is mostly dissolved.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the banana mixture. Mix until no dry flour remains to avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
- Spray a bread pan with cooking oil or line it with parchment paper.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bread pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 65-75 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Serve warm with butter or cream cheese. Can be stored in an airtight container or frozen for longer storage.