Banana Orange Muffin Bread
Moist, fragrant, and bursting with flavor, Banana Orange Muffin Bread is the ultimate fusion of two beloved fruits. Sweet, ripe bananas meld perfectly with the bright citrus kick of fresh orange juice and zest, creating a beautifully balanced loaf that's as aromatic as it is delicious. Enhanced by hints of cinnamon and the richness of melted butter, this one-bowl recipe is easy to whip up and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or as a cozy dessert, this bread pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea. Whether served plain or with a smear of butter, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Ideal for meal preps and gatherings, this recipe turns pantry staples into a bright, tangy delight that will keep you coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the orange juice, orange zest, melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
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 allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve. This bread pairs wonderfully with coffee, tea, or a simple pat of butter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.9 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 289 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.8 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 284 mg | 6% | |
*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.
