Banana bread is what we call “for the people”. It’s easy to make and made with simple ingredients – (1) pantry ingredients that you probably already have on hand and (2) those bananas you didn’t get a chance to eat that are turning brown on your kitchen counter. It is also one of the most nostalgic baked goods I can think of. I feel like everybody’s Southern grandmother made/makes banana bread. It’s a recipe that envelops your taste buds and feels like a warm hug. Banana bread is quintessential comfort food, and here’s how to make it moist, flavorful, and unforgettable.
Your grocery list
Pantry Items
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- White sugar
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Kosher salt
- Walnuts
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
Produce
- Very ripe bananas
Dairy
- Buttermilk
- Large eggs
- Unsalted butter
Other
- Spiced rum (optional)
Equipment/Tools You’ll Need
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring spoons/cups
- Rubber spatula
- Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
- Loaf pan
- Nonstick baking spray or parchment paper, for easy removal
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