Banana Bread Recipe With No Baking Powder
Banana bread is one of the easiest recipes to make, and it's also a great way to use up ripe bananas. While most banana bread recipes call for baking powder to help the bread rise, you can still make delicious banana bread without it. In this article, we'll share with you a banana bread recipe that doesn't require any baking powder.
Ingredients
To make banana bread without baking powder, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
Now that you have your ingredients, here's how to make banana bread without baking powder:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl.
- Melt the butter and add it to the mashed bananas.
- Add the baking soda and salt to the mixture and stir well.
- Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Add the all-purpose flour to the mixture and stir until just combined. Don't overmix!
- Pour the mixture into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips
Here are a few tips to help you make the best banana bread without baking powder:
- Use ripe, spotty bananas as they are sweeter and easier to mash.
- Don't overmix the batter or the bread will become tough and dense.
- If you don't have a loaf pan, you can also use a muffin tin to make banana muffins instead.
- If you want to add some extra flavor to your banana bread, you can try adding nuts, chocolate chips, or cinnamon.
Conclusion
Making banana bread without baking powder is easy and delicious. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a moist and flavorful bread that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. Try this recipe today and enjoy the sweet taste of ripe bananas in every bite!
