Honey Vanilla Banana Bread (Print-Friendly Version)
Moist loaf with honey sweetness and vanilla notes. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert occasions.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Wet Ingredients
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3 medium or 2 large ripe bananas (approximately 360 ml mashed)
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80 ml unsalted butter, melted
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120 ml honey
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2 large eggs
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60 ml milk
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15 ml pure vanilla extract or paste
→ Dry Ingredients
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220 grams all-purpose flour
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5 grams baking soda
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2.5 grams salt
→ Optional Mix-ins or Toppings
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Crushed nuts
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Chocolate chips
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Peanut butter glaze or frosting
# How to Prepare:
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Preheat oven to 165°C. Grease an 8.5 x 4.5 cm loaf pan with butter or line with parchment paper.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and honey. Add eggs, mashed bananas, milk, and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined.
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In a separate bowl, blend together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt using a whisk.
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Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, mixing only until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Add desired toppings or mix-ins evenly over the surface. For a decorative finish, lay banana slices lengthwise on top if using.
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Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre withdraws clean.
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Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing for best texture.
# Extra Tips:
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For moist texture, use spotty overripe bananas. Do not overmix after combining wet and dry ingredients to avoid a dense crumb.