This brown butter banana bread is the kind of loaf that fills your kitchen with the best smell and disappears faster than you expect. Swipe to make it!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
This recipe is simple, cozy, and feels a little elevated without being fussy—perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon coffee break.
INGREDIENTS FOR THE BANANA BREAD
– Unsalted butter
– Brown sugar
– Bananas
– Egg
– Vanilla extract
– All-purpose flour
– Baking soda
– Salt
– Semi-sweet chocolate chips
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
STEP 1: PREP THE PAN & OVEN
STEP 2: BROWN THE BUTTER
Add the butter to a saucepan over medium heat. Melt it, then continue cooking while stirring often until it turns golden brown, about 4–5 minutes.
STEP 3: MIX THE WET INGREDIENTS
In a large bowl, whisk together the brown butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined.
STEP 4: MIX THE DRY INGREDIENTS
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
STEP 5: COMBINE & FOLD
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently just until combined. Do not overmix. Fold in the chocolate chips.
STEP 6: BAKE
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55–65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
STEP 7: COOL & SERVE
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
PRO TIPS
- Use very ripe bananas for sweeter flavor
- Spread chocolate chips on top for a bakery-style look
- Add walnuts for an even nuttier flavor
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