National Banana Bread Day
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National Banana Bread Day is a day to celebrate this classic and delicious treat. Loved by many for generations. It’s the perfect day to indulge in a slice of warm, freshly baked banana bread, and enjoy its sweet and comforting flavors.
The banana bread is believed to have originated in the United States during the Great Depression. When resourceful bakers discovered that overripe bananas could be used to make delicious and inexpensive bread. Another claim is that resourceful housewives did not wish to throw away the overripe bananas. There is a theory for everyone. What can be agreed on is that it was not seen in recipe books until the 1930s. Today, banana bread is enjoyed all over the world and has become a staple in many households.
To celebrate National Banana Bread Day, try making your own homemade banana bread using the recipe below or your favorite recipe. You could also experiment with adding different ingredients, such as chocolate chips, walnuts, or blueberries, to give your banana bread a unique twist.
Easy Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup of sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 F (173 C) and grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan. Purchase loaf pan HERE*.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter.
- Add in the baking soda and salt, and mix well.
- Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Add the flour and mix until just combined.
- Pour the mixture into the greased loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Check out these cooling wire racks, HERE*.
If you don’t have time to bake your banana bread, consider picking up a fresh loaf from your local bakery or coffee shop. Including those with any food sensitivities, let’s provide you with an option that is available and that is gluten-free, plant-based, and paleo. Check out the link for the Simple Mills Almond Flour Banana Bread Mix, HERE*. This option by GoNanas Banana Bread Mix is Gluten-Free and comes in various flavors (Chocolate Chip and Salted Caramel). Get your GoNanas HERE. Enjoy a slice with a cup of coffee or tea, or share a loaf with friends and family to spread the love for this tasty treat.
Comforts and Nostalgia
National Banana Bread Day is a great opportunity to celebrate the comfort and nostalgia of this classic bread. Whether you prefer your banana bread plain or with added ingredients, take some time to savor and appreciate the simple pleasures of this beloved treat.
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