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Blueberry Banana Bread

Blueberry Banana Bread

  • Author: Mary
  • Total Time: 65-75 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (approximately 8 slices) 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour blend)

Description

Blueberry Banana Bread is a moist, tender loaf that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with juicy bursts of fresh blueberries. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy-to-make recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and offers versatile variations to suit your preferences.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option)
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Fruits

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (rinsed and dried)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your bread pan. Mash the ripe bananas until smooth but slightly chunky. Gently rinse the blueberries and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly frothy.
  3. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of the leavening agents.
  4. Bring It All Together: Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing gently to avoid overmixing and keep the bread tender. Then fold in the mashed bananas followed by the blueberries, making sure they are evenly distributed without breaking them.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into the prepared bread pan and bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots to maximize sweetness and moisture.
  • Fresh blueberries are preferred; if using frozen, toss them in a little flour before adding to prevent soggy batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense bread.
  • Start checking the bread at 50 minutes to prevent overbaking, as ovens may vary.
  • Allow the bread to cool fully before slicing for clean, even pieces.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of loaf)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: blueberry banana bread, fruit bread, moist banana bread, blueberry loaf, easy baking, gluten-free banana bread, snack bread, breakfast bread

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