Banana Bread
4 servings
60 minutes
Banana bread is a cozy classic of European cuisine that has become popular worldwide due to its softness, aromatic flavor, and simplicity of preparation. The origins of this recipe date back to the early 20th century when housewives began looking for ways to use overripe bananas. Sweet, rich fruity notes pair perfectly with the tender texture of the bread, while vanilla sugar adds a subtle, pleasant sweetness. This bread can be served warm to enjoy its lightness or cooled for a denser structure. It is great for breakfasts, light snacks or tea time, especially with a dab of butter or honey. Topped with baked banana, it is not only delicious but also visually appealing. Simple yet elegant, this recipe remains a favorite among many generations.
1
Prepare the ingredients. Turn on the oven to preheat to 200 degrees.
2
Grease the mold with oil, sprinkle with flour, shake off the excess, and place the mold in the refrigerator.
- Butter: to taste
- Wheat flour: 200 g
3
Peel 2 bananas, mash them with a fork, and mix with eggs.
- Bananas: 3 pieces
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
4
Add regular and vanilla sugar, salt, and butter.
- Sugar: 100 g
- Vanilla sugar: 10 g
- Salt: to taste
- Vegetable oil: 100 ml
5
Add flour and baking powder.
- Wheat flour: 200 g
6
Mix the ingredients in a bowl. It is not necessary to achieve a homogeneous consistency; it is enough to mix until the ingredients are combined.
7
Pour the batter into the mold and smooth it out. Peel one banana, slice it lengthwise, and place it on top.
- Bananas: 3 pieces
8
Bake in the middle of a preheated oven for about 40 minutes.
9
Remove from the oven, cool down, and take out of the mold.