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Joanna Gaines After School Banana Bread

Joanna Gaines After School Banana Bread: Cozy Comfort Bliss

Joanna Gaines After School Banana Bread is a delightful recipe that combines the comfort of home with easy baking, perfect for using up overripe bananas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 can Nonstick Cooking Spray Prevents the cake from sticking to the pan.
  • 1 cup Packed Light Brown Sugar Can be reduced to ¾ cup if less sweetness is preferred.
  • ½ cup Salted Butter (melted and cooled) Provides rich flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs (beaten) Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates the flavor of the bread.
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas (mashed) The star ingredient; the riper the better.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use a gluten-free blend for gluten-free variant.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances the sweetness.
Optional Add-Ins
  • ½ cup Chopped Pecans Adds texture; can be substituted or omitted.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar (for topping) Creates a crunchy crust.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking pan
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a bowl, combine melted salted butter with packed light brown sugar, whisking until smooth and creamy.
  3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well mixed and slightly fluffy.
  4. Fold in the mashed ripe bananas until evenly distributed.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and kosher salt, then gradually add to the banana mixture.
  6. If using, fold in chopped pecans gently into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
  8. Sprinkle granulated sugar over the top of the batter for crunch.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown; test for doneness with a toothpick.
  10. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use overly ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and moisture. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.

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