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Brown Butter Banana Bread

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A moist, rich, and flavorful banana bread made with browned butter for a deep, nutty aroma and tender crumb. Perfect for easy comfort food and simple weekend baking.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas (about 1 1/2 cups mashed)
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar (can substitute half with brown sugar)
  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) buttermilk (or 1/4 cup milk + 1 teaspoon lemon juice, let sit 5 minutes)

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly as it foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma. Remove from heat immediately once browned to prevent burning.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth but slightly chunky. Add browned butter (cooled slightly), sugar, eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk. Stir gently until combined.
  4. Fold in dry ingredients: Add dry ingredients to wet in two additions. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Pour and bake: Pour batter into a greased and parchment-lined 9×5 inch loaf pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 55-65 minutes. Test doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  6. Cool completely: Let bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool fully before slicing.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture. Brown the butter carefully to avoid burning. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the bread tender. Reserve 2 tablespoons of batter mixed with sugar for a crackly topping if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: banana bread, brown butter, moist banana bread, easy banana bread, comfort food, quick bread, snack, dessert

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