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Blueberry Banana Bread

Blueberry Banana Bread: Moist, Flavorful, and Oh-So-Easy!

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This Blueberry Banana Bread is a delightful treat combining ripe bananas and juicy blueberries, perfect for busy mornings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with whole wheat flour for a denser texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 0.5 teaspoon table salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Can be replaced with vegetable oil or melted coconut oil.
  • 0.75 cups sugar Substitute with honey or maple syrup, adjusting liquid ingredients.
  • 1 cups yogurt or sour cream Use Greek yogurt for a thicker texture.
  • 2 large eggs Use a flax or chia egg for vegan option.
  • 2-3 medium very ripe bananas Ensure they are mashed well for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best taste.
  • 1 cups blueberries Fresh or frozen; do not thaw frozen blueberries.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch bread pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your bread pan by coating it with cooking spray or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, melt the butter and mix with sugar. Add yogurt, eggs, bananas, and vanilla, stirring until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fold in the blueberries evenly throughout the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 65-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and cool for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness. Avoid thawing frozen blueberries to prevent bleeding. Don’t overmix the batter.

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