**Banana Crunch Bread: A Sweet and Crunchy Delight**
Indulge in the irresistible aroma and captivating taste of banana crunch bread, a delectable treat that combines the comforting warmth of banana bread with the delightful crunch of a streusel topping. This classic recipe, passed down through generations, offers a perfect balance of moist and fluffy banana bread and a crispy, caramelized streusel topping. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can create this delightful treat in the comfort of your own kitchen. Experience the perfect harmony of sweet and crunchy in every bite as you savor this timeless favorite.
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4. **Zucchini Banana Bread:**
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CINNAMON CRUNCH BANANA BREAD
This easy cake - no mixer required - is a popular staple at Bakesale Betty in Oakland, Calif. Pie, cake, cookies and a legendary fried chicken sandwich are the only things on the menu, but locals start lining up long before opening time. They're that good. Betty herself, the baker Alison Barkat, adds a cinnamon-sugar topping and honey to the classic banana bread formula for a deeply caramelized, moist result.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories breakfast, snack, breads, quick breads
Time 1h30m
Yield 1 (9-by-5-inch) loaf
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment or wax paper, leaving enough paper hanging over the sides to lift the cake out after baking. (This will prevent the topping from breaking when removing the bread from the pan.)
- Prepare the batter: In a medium bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. In a large bowl, using a sturdy whisk, beat together oil, eggs and honey until smooth. Stir in bananas and warm water. Add dry ingredients to egg-oil mixture and stir to blend. Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Make the topping: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, granulated sugar and cinnamon, using your fingers to break up any lumps. Sprinkle evenly over batter.
- Bake until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour, checking after 50 minutes. If topping shows signs of burning, reduce heat to 325 degrees.
- Remove to a rack and let cool in pan for 30 minutes. Use the edges of the paper to lift the cake up and out. Place on a rack (leave the paper on) and let cool before slicing and serving.
BANANA CRUNCH BREAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by msippigrl
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Spray or grease the bottom of a standard loaf pan (mine was 1 1/2 qts. capacity). Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl and using a mixer, beat together the sugar, egg, and vanilla until well combined. Beat in the butter until smooth; beat in the buttermilk and mashed bananas. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon, if using. Using a rubber spatula, fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture just until incorporated. Do not overmix. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. In a small mixing bowl, combine the crumb topping ingredients together using a large fork or the bottom of a wire whisk until mixture resembles peas. Sprinkle the crumbles over the top of the batter. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until center tests done with a toothpick. Cool in pan for about 15 minutes on a wire rack then run a thin knife around the edges to loosen and remove to the rack to cool completely. Sift confectioners sugar over the top then cut into slices.
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana crunch bread will be.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter and more tender bread.
- Gradually add the eggs, one at a time: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
- Be sure to mix in the mashed bananas until just combined: Overmixing can result in a tough bread.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips: Be gentle to avoid breaking up the bananas.
- Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This usually takes around 50-60 minutes.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving: This will help to prevent the bread from crumbling.
Conclusion:
Banana crunch bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and flavorful crumb, crunchy walnuts, and chocolate chips, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you have some ripe bananas on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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