Cozy Up with Perfect Gingerbread Banana Bread Delight
Enjoy the Perfect Gingerbread Banana Bread, a warm and spiced loaf that combines ginger, cinnamon, and bananas for ultimate comfort.
Equipment
- - Oven
- Loaf pan
- - Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour King Arthur flour is recommended
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1 tbsp Ground Ginger
- 1 tsp Allspice
- 1 tbsp Cinnamon Freshly ground is preferred
- 1 tsp Nutmeg Freshly grated is recommended
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 cup Brown Sugar Packed for maximum flavor
- 1/2 cup Olive Oil Or neutral oil like canola
- 3 medium Mashed Bananas Use ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup Molasses
Optional Add-Ins
- 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts e.g., walnuts or pecans
- 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Then add olive oil, molasses, and brown sugar, mixing until well incorporated.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and bake for 55 to 65 minutes, testing for doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely for at least 1-2 hours before slicing.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm with a dollop of cream cheese or a pat of salted butter for an extra cozy treat.
Notes
For maximum sweetness and moisture, use very ripe bananas. Store at room temperature in a plastic wrap or an airtight container for up to 3 days.