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Banana Bread Recipe With Baking Powder Instead Of Baking Soda

Banana bread is a classic recipe that almost everyone loves. It's easy to make, with a few ripe bananas, some flour, sugar, eggs, and a leavening agent. But have you ever run out of baking soda and wondered if you could use baking powder instead? The good news is that you can! In this article, we will show you how to make a delicious banana bread recipe with baking powder instead of baking soda.

The Ingredients

Before we start, let's gather the ingredients you'll need to make this delicious banana bread:

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter, unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten

Ripe Bananas

The Instructions

Once you have all the ingredients, it's time to start baking. Follow these easy steps:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, vanilla extract, and beaten egg. Mix well.
  3. In another mixing bowl, add the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth out the surface.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Slice and serve!

Baking Powder

Tips and Tricks

Here are some tips and tricks to help you make the perfect banana bread:

  • Use ripe bananas. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more moist the bread will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough and dense bread.
  • If you want to add some extra flavor, you can add some chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits to the batter.
  • If you don't have unsalted butter, you can use salted butter, but reduce the amount of salt in the recipe.
  • If the top of the bread is browning too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil and continue baking until done.

The Bottom Line

Now that you know how to make a delicious banana bread recipe with baking powder instead of baking soda, it's time to start baking. This recipe is easy to follow and uses simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. Don't be afraid to experiment and add your own twist to the recipe. Enjoy!

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