Banana Orange Bread
Brighten up your day with the citrusy twist of Banana Orange Bread—a delightful fusion of classic banana bread and zesty orange flavors. This recipe combines ripe, naturally sweet bananas with vibrant orange zest and freshly squeezed orange juice for a burst of sunshine in every bite. The moist, tender crumb is enhanced by melted butter and a hint of vanilla, while the balance of baking staples like all-purpose flour and baking soda ensures foolproof results. With just 15 minutes of prep time and under an hour in the oven, this easy-to-make loaf is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Enjoy it warm with cream cheese or a smear of butter, and savor the refreshing harmony of banana and citrus in every slice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.25 cup orange juice
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the orange zest, orange juice, and granulated sugar, and whisk until well combined.
Stir in the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until no dry streaks remain. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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.
Serve the banana orange bread plain or with a dollop of butter or cream cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
360 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.8 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 298 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.7 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 223 mg | 5% | |
*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.
