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Lavender Banana Bread

Delicious Lavender Banana Bread for a Floral Flavor Boost

Experience a delightful twist on a classic with Lavender Banana Bread - sweet bananas paired with floral notes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides perfect structure for the bread; no substitutions recommended unless making gluten-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the bread rise beautifully; ensure freshness for best results.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances and balances all flavors for a delicious taste.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Melted and cooled; adds moisture and richness.
  • ¾ cup Brown Sugar Contributes a hint of caramel sweetness.
  • 2 Large Eggs Lightly beaten; binds all ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor; pure extract is recommended.
  • ¼ teaspoon Lavender Extract Infuses the bread with delicate floral notes.
  • 4 Ripe Bananas Mashed Use very ripe bananas with plenty of brown spots for the best results.
For the Lavender Glaze
  • 1 ¼ cups Powdered Sugar Base for a sweet glaze.
  • ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth to the glaze.
  • ¼ teaspoon Lavender Extract Reinforces aroma in the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream Ensures a rich texture.
  • 2 ½ tablespoons Milk Adjusts glaze consistency; add gradually.
  • a drop Food Coloring Optional for aesthetic purposes.
  • Culinary Lavender Flowers Optional; adds a rustic touch.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lavender Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan with nonstick spray.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a larger bowl, whisk the melted butter and brown sugar together until smooth.
  4. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and lavender extract to the butter-sugar mixture and stir well.
  5. Fold in the mashed bananas ensuring an even distribution.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes.
  8. After baking, cool the loaf in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
  9. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lavender extract, heavy cream, and milk.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf and sprinkle with culinary lavender flowers if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve warm with an extra drizzle of glaze for enhanced sweetness and flavor.

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