Best 3 Holiday Banana Bread Recipes
Tantalize your taste buds with a delectable creation that brings warmth and comfort to any kitchen - Holiday Banana Bread! Embark on a culinary journey with our diverse collection of recipes that celebrate this classic treat. Whether you prefer a traditional experience or crave innovative twists, we have something for every palate. From the timeless charm of Classic Banana Bread to the indulgence of Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, each recipe unfolds a unique sensory experience. Discover the nutty goodness of Walnut Banana Bread or the zesty delight of Lemon Blueberry Banana Bread. Treat yourself to a gluten-free adventure with our dedicated recipe, ensuring that everyone can partake in this sweet indulgence. And for those with a vegan lifestyle, we have a recipe that caters to your dietary preferences without compromising on flavor. Each recipe is meticulously crafted with step-by-step instructions, ensuring success for bakers of all skill levels. Embrace the aroma of freshly baked banana bread filling your home, evoking memories of cherished holiday gatherings. Indulge in the perfect balance of moist, fluffy texture and rich banana flavor, complemented by an array of optional mix-ins and toppings. Welcome to a world of banana bread bliss, where every bite promises pure delight.
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HOLIDAY BANANA BREAD
Banana bread that's crisp on the top, moist in the middle, and with a special Yuletide twist. This recipe makes 3 loaves, so use a big bowl when you're mixing these ingredients. Also, pardon the metric, but it's cleaner this way. For those who don't use metric: 325 mg sugar = 1 5/8 cups + 1/4 teaspoon 210 mL liqueur = 1/2 cup + 1/3 cup + 2 1/2 teaspoons 115 mL syrup = 1/3 cup + 1/8 cup + 1 teaspoon These eliminate the need for additional liquid in the recipe. You may add chopped walnuts or chocolate chips if you wish, but I don't think they're necessary.
Provided by RussArulo
Categories Breads
Time 1h25m
Yield 36-48 slices, 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Grease and flour three loaf pans and preheat oven to 350 F (175 C).
- Cream together butter and sugar.
- Little by little, add in the liqueur and gingerbread syrup. When all the liquid is added, it should resemble mayonnaise.
- Add bananas, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Blend well.
- Taste the mixture at this point; you should be able to taste the banana and gingerbread syrup in equal measure. Adjust to taste ad libitum.
- Blend in eggs.
- Blend in flour.
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips, if you so choose.
- Pour into greased and floured pans.
- Bake all three pans at 350 for 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
HOLIDAY BANANA BREAD
The 1st time I put this in my husband's lunch box, he came home and scanned the cupboards looking for more !!!!!
Provided by Linda L Peet
Categories Breads
Time 2h
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Wax paper line 2 loaf pans (2 1/2" x 3 5/6" x 7 1/2")Chop walnuts, cherries, also measure mini choco-chips. Soften oleo.
- 2. In Mixing bowl: cream oleo w/ sugar, add eggs and beat. Add bananas and vanilla and beat. to soured milk add a tsp of soda ( be sure to hold measuring cup over mixing bowl as milk and soda foam). Alternate half of milk and cup of flour- mix and repeat w/ milk and remaining flour. scrape down bowl and min again. Remove Beaters and fold in choco-chips, walnuts, and cherries. Divide batter in wax paper lined pans. Bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees. test w/ toothpick. Cool on rank for i5 minutes before removing wax paper.
- 3. When totally cooled, wrap and refridgerate. for special treat, slice and spread w/ cream cheese for finger sandwiches (Cut in half).
HOLIDAY BANANA BREAD
This is a great holiday bread - but who can resist chocolate and bananas at any time of the year?
Provided by Darlene Roszkowski
Categories Other Breakfast
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, cream margarine & sugar until light.
- 2. Beat in eggs and bananas. (Mixture will look curdled.)
- 3. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Stir into banana mixture just to blend - do not overmix.
- 4. Pour batter into a greased 9" x 5" x 3" loaf pan or (3) 5 1/2" x 3" x 2 1/4" loaf pans.
- 5. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 55 - 65 minutes for 9" x 5" x 3" or 35 - 45 minutes for smaller loaves or until tests done.
- 6. Cool 10 minutes in pan; remove from pan and cool completely on wire rack. May be sprinkled with powdered sugar before slicing.
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be. If your bananas are not ripe enough, you can ripen them quickly by placing them in a paper bag with an apple for a day or two.
- Mash the bananas well: Make sure to mash the bananas until they are completely smooth. This will help to ensure that your banana bread is moist and tender.
- Use a combination of flours: Using a combination of all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour or oat flour will give your banana bread a more complex flavor and texture. If you only have all-purpose flour, you can use that, but your banana bread may be a little less flavorful.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your banana bread tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
- Bake the banana bread at a moderate temperature: Baking the banana bread at a moderate temperature (350 degrees Fahrenheit) will help to prevent it from drying out. If you bake the banana bread at too high of a temperature, it may brown too quickly on the outside while the inside is still raw.
- Let the banana bread cool completely before slicing it: This will help to prevent the banana bread from crumbling.
Conclusion:
Holiday Banana Bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and tender crumb, sweet banana flavor, and festive holiday spices, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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