MARK BITTMAN'S BANANA BREAD

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This banana bread from Mark Bittman's "How to Cook Everything" is really something special. One-fourth of the flour is whole wheat, which contributes a kind of depth you'd miss if it weren't there. There are walnuts - not unusual, but again, you'd miss them if they weren't there, And the key, secret ingredient, is coconut. Which really puts the thing over the top.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, plus some for greasing the pan
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
3 very ripe bananas, mashed with a fork until smooth
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1/2 cup grated dried unsweetened coconut

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9- by 5-inch loaf pan.
  • Mix together the dry ingredients. With a hand mixer, a whisk, or in the food processor, cream the butter and beat in the eggs and bananas. Stir this mixture into the dry ingredients; stir just enough to combine (it's okay if there are lumps). Gently stir in the vanilla, nuts, and coconut.
  • Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 45 to 60 minutes, until nicely browned. A toothpick inserted into the center of the bread will come out fairly clean when it is done, but because of the bananas this bread will remain moister than most. Do not overcook. Cool on a rack for 15 minutes before removing from the pan.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 283, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 205 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Fiker Minase
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Franklin Clews
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Overall, I was disappointed with this recipe.


Aamer Hussain
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The bread didn't rise properly.


Raja b Raja s
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I found this recipe to be a bit dry.


Noel A. TV.
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This recipe is a little too sweet for my taste.


Saubhagya Singh
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I made this banana bread with chocolate chips and it was delicious!


Jasmine Akther
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This recipe is a great way to use up overripe bananas.


Bele Bele
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The perfect banana bread recipe!


Abdullrahman Isa
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I love how moist and fluffy this bread is.


Susan Mukyala
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This is my go-to banana bread recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Munir Sahel
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I made this banana bread for a potluck and it was gone in minutes!


Peggy Howe
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The walnuts in this recipe add a nice crunch and texture.


Armanul Islam
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I love that this recipe uses ripe bananas. It adds so much flavor and moisture to the bread.


Carmen Biason
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even a beginner baker can make it!


Hollie Bowen
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This recipe is a keeper! The banana bread was a hit with my family and friends.


MD NAIYEM ISLAM
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I've tried many banana bread recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's incredibly easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


brian kyei
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This banana bread recipe is absolutely divine! The texture is moist and fluffy, and the flavor is perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness.


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