Awesome Raspberry Banana Bread
Bursting with juicy raspberries and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, this Awesome Raspberry Banana Bread offers a delightful twist on the classic recipe. Perfectly moist with a hint of aromatic cinnamon, this loaf is an irresistible treat whether served for breakfast, as a snack, or even dessert. Fresh raspberries add pops of tartness, while optional chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans lend a satisfying crunch. Made with simple pantry staples and ready in just over an hour, this easy banana bread recipe is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with butter or cream cheese. It's a must-try for banana bread lovers looking for a fruity upgrade!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 large ripe bananas (mashed)
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 1 unit large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
Gently fold in the fresh raspberries and chopped nuts (if using). Be sure to handle the raspberries delicately to prevent them from breaking apart too much.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your Awesome Raspberry Banana Bread as is, or with a smear of butter or cream cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
447 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.9 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 279 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.6 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 316 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
