Banana Blueberry Bread Recipe
This Banana Blueberry Bread recipe combines ripe bananas and fresh blueberries for a moist, flavorful loaf. Mix mashed bananas, sugar, eggs, and vanilla, then fold in flour and blueberries. Bake until golden for a delicious treat that's perfect for breakfast or a snack. Enjoy the fruity goodness!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Fork or potato masher
- Loaf pan (9×5 inches)
- Spatula
- Oven mitts
- Wire rack for cooling
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups 218 g all-purpose flour
- ½ cup 105 g packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup 150 g blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup 113 g unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
- ¼ cup 50 g granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas. Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Combine Mixtures:
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Add Blueberries:
- Gently fold in the blueberries, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour into Pan:
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake:
- Bake for about 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve:
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy your delicious banana blueberry bread!
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in some chopped nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon. You can also swap out half the flour for whole wheat flour for a healthier twist.
If you prefer a sweeter bread, feel free to increase the sugar by a couple of tablespoons.