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Banana Bread Recipe 8x4 Pan Using Baking Powder

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This classic banana bread recipe using baking powder is soft, moist, and foolproof. Perfect for an 8x4 pan and delicious every time!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 221
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • 1/2 cup butter (113g)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 ripe bananas mashed (about 1 ½ cups)
  • 1 Tablespoon milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: Stir in 1 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Cream sugar and butter in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in mashed bananas and milk until combined.
  3. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together in a separate bowl.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in nuts or chocolate if desired.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan briefly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Store leftovers at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 394mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17g

Notes

Yield: 1 loaf of 12 slices. Serving Size: 1 slice.
Bananas: If your bananas are not over-ripe, follow my guide for How to Ripen Bananas quickly.
Banana Bread Muffins: Divide batter evenly among a lined 12-cup muffin tin and bake for 18-25 minutes.
Freezing Instructions: cool completely then transfer to an airtight container or freezer safe bag for up to 3 months.