Banana Bread Loaf: A Moist, Easy-to-Make Classic

Discover the perfect way to use up overripe bananas with our Brilliant Banana Loaf. This moist, easy-to-make cake combines the comforting texture of banana bread with the sweetness of a drizzle cake, making it an ideal treat for any occasion.

Why You'll Love This Banana Loaf

Quick & Simple: With just 15 minutes of prep and 50 minutes of baking time, this loaf is a breeze to make.

Freezable: Enjoy a slice whenever you like by freezing the un-iced loaf.

Minimal Ingredients: Perfect for using up overripe bananas, this recipe requires only a few pantry staples.

Versatile: Ideal for breakfast, afternoon tea, or as a lunchbox snack.

Ingredients

• 140g softened butter, plus extra for greasing

• 140g caster sugar

• 2 large eggs, beaten

• 140g self-raising flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 2 very ripe bananas, mashed

Method

• Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan)/350°F/gas mark 4. Grease and line a 900g (2lb) loaf tin.

• Cream the softened butter and caster sugar together until light and fluffy.

• Add the beaten eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

• Sift the self-raising flour and baking powder together, then fold into the wet mixture.

• Stir in the mashed bananas until just combined.

• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top.

• Bake for 50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

• Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

  
  

Nutrition (per slice, based on 10 slices)

• Calories: 268 kcal

• Fat: 13g

• Saturates: 8g

• Carbohydrates: 34g

• Sugars: 24g

• Fibre: 1g

• Protein: 3g

• Salt: 0.5g

Tips for the Perfect Loaf

• Use Overripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and moister your loaf will be.

• Don't Overmix: Mix until just combined to ensure a tender crumb.

• Check for Doneness: If the top is browning too quickly, cover loosely with foil and continue baking.

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