Joy The Baker Brown Butter Banana Bread
Do you have a few overripe bananas lying around your kitchen? Don't let them go to waste! Instead, use them to make this delicious and easy banana bread recipe from Joy The Baker. This recipe takes banana bread to the next level by incorporating brown butter, which gives the bread a rich and nutty flavor. Plus, it's a great way to use up those bananas that are too mushy to eat on their own.
Ingredients
Here's what you'll need to make Joy The Baker's Brown Butter Banana Bread:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 bananas)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
You'll also need a loaf pan, measuring cups and spoons, and a mixing bowl.
Instructions
Ready to get started? Here's how to make Joy The Baker's Brown Butter Banana Bread:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking the butter, swirling the pan occasionally, until it turns golden brown and smells nutty. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to burn the butter.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Add the mashed bananas, vanilla extract, and brown butter, and whisk to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with the sour cream, and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve the bread, and enjoy!
Variations
Want to mix things up? Here are a few variations you can try:
- Add chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, for a crunchy texture.
- Add chocolate chips or cocoa powder for a chocolatey twist.
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon for a warm and spicy flavor.
- Use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour for a healthier option.
Final Thoughts
Joy The Baker's Brown Butter Banana Bread is a delicious and easy way to use up those overripe bananas sitting on your counter. With its rich nutty flavor and moist texture, this bread is sure to become a favorite in your household. Plus, it's versatile enough to be modified with different add-ins and substitutions to suit your tastes. So the next time you find yourself with some ripe bananas and a craving for something sweet, give this recipe a try!