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Starbucks Banana Bread cooling on a wire rack, fresh out of the oven with a perfectly golden crust.

Starbucks Banana Bread Recipe

5 from 2 votes
Craving Starbucks Banana Bread Recipe? You can now make it at home with this easy-to-follow recipe! Featuring ripe bananas, walnuts, and a moist texture, this bread is a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert. Impress your friends and family with a homemade slice of this classic favorite.
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CourseBread
CuisineAmerican
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Servings8 servings
Calories420kcal

Ingredients

  • 2-3 ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk or regular milk with 1 tsp vinegar
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • Mash the Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and buttermilk. Whisk until well combined.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Mix Everything Together: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in walnuts (optional).
  • Pour into the Pan: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool and Serve: Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Banana Ripeness:
    For the best flavor and sweetness, use overripe bananas. They should be mostly brown or spotted.
  • Avoid Overmixing:
    Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined. Overmixing can lead to a dense, tough loaf.
  • Substitutes:
    • Buttermilk: If you don’t have buttermilk, you can substitute it with regular milk mixed with 1 teaspoon of vinegar.
    • Oil: You can use coconut oil instead of vegetable oil for a different flavor.
    • Nuts: Feel free to use other nuts like pecans or almonds if you prefer.
  • Checking Doneness:
    Every oven is different, so start checking the banana bread at 55 minutes. Insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf; if it comes out clean or with just a few crumbs, it’s done.
  • Cooling:
    Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. This helps prevent it from becoming soggy.
  • Storing:
    Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap it tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Add-Ins:
    Customize your banana bread by adding chocolate chips, dried fruit, or spices like nutmeg or ginger to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g
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