Blueberry Banana Bread
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Blueberry Banana Bread
Description
Blueberry Banana Bread balances the soft sweetness of mashed bananas with the tartness of fresh blueberries folded into a simple batter of flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. The addition of lemon juice and vanilla extract enhances the natural fruit flavors without overpowering. The bread is baked in a loaf pan until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, ensuring a moist crumb inside with a gentle crust outside.
The texture is tender and moist, with occasional bursts from blueberries and a subtle crunch if the optional coarse sugar topping is used. This bread pairs well with coffee or tea and works well sliced for breakfast or as a sweet snack through the day.
For best flavor, allowing the bread to rest overnight intensifies the banana essence. Walnuts can be added for extra texture if preferred. Adjust baking time accordingly when using a different pan size. Lemon juice is optional depending on taste.
Ingredients
- 2 c. all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 egg large
- 1 c. granulated sugar
- ½ c. vegetable oil
- 2 Tbsp milk whole
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 3 banana mashed, ripe
- ⅔ c. blueberries fresh
- sugar optional topping, coarse
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat together the egg, sugar, and vegetable oil.
- Add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture and mix just until combined
- Then add the milk, lemon, juice, vanilla extract, and bananas until fully incorporated.
- Fold in blueberries and transfer the batter to the prepared pan.
- Top with coarse sugar, if desired.
- Bake for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack and remove from the pan.
Notes
- Adding up to ½ cup walnuts can provide extra texture.
- When using an 8x4-inch pan, increase baking time slightly.
- Allow the bread to rest overnight to deepen the banana flavor.
- Lemon juice is optional and can be omitted based on preference.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 519 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 519kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 88g | 29% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 242mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 249mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 37g | 74% |
| Vitamin A | 69IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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