The Best Brown Butter Banana Bread Recipe

The Best Brown Butter Banana Bread

Our brown butter banana bread is a delightful twist on the classic recipe. The aroma of nutty brown butter wafts through the kitchen as this bread bakes to golden perfection. Each slice is moist, tender, and bursting with sweet banana flavor.

The brown butter adds a rich, caramelized depth that takes this banana bread to a whole new level of deliciousness. It complements the natural sweetness of the ripe bananas beautifully, creating a flavor profile that is bothfamiliar and sophisticated.

Whether enjoyed warm with a pat of butter or toasted and topped with a dollop of creamy yogurt, our brown butter banana bread is sure to become a favorite in your household. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime treat, this recipe is a must-try for banana bread lovers looking to elevate their baking game.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter

  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 bananas)

  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Cook the butter, stirring often until it turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Add the brown butter and mix well.

  4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  9. Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

  10. Slice and enjoy your flavorful Brown Butter Banana Bread!

We hope you give this recipe a try and savor the rich flavors of brown butter combined with sweet bananas. Stay tuned for more delectable recipes from Lili's Kitchen!

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