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Maple-Bourbon Banana Bread

Irresistible Maple-Bourbon Banana Bread for Cozy Mornings

This Maple-Bourbon Banana Bread brings a delightful twist with rich flavors, perfect for cozy mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Ensure it is spooned and leveled for accuracy.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and depth; optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Supports the rise.
  • 1 cup White Sugar Offers sweetness; can be reduced.
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar Boosts sweetness and adds a hint of molasses flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Contributes moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk.
  • 1/4 cup Bourbon Optional but highly recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Maple Extract Avoid substitutes to maintain flavor balance.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best result.
  • 3 large Mashed Overripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for optimal flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Toffee Can swap for dark chocolate chips.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • separate bowl
  • Loaf Pans
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your equipment: a large mixing bowl, a separate bowl, and two greased loaf pans.
  2. In your large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and baking powder until evenly blended.
  3. In another bowl, combine the white and brown sugars, whisking until smooth. Beat in eggs, vegetable oil, whole milk, bourbon, maple extract, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  4. Add the mashed overripe bananas to the wet mixture, stirring gently until fully combined.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated.
  6. Fold in the chopped toffee, distributing it evenly throughout the batter.
  7. Pour the batter evenly into the greased loaf pans, filling them about an inch from the top.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes for mini loaves or 55-60 minutes for standard loaves.
  9. Allow the bread to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.

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