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Brown Butter Sugar Cookie Banana Bread

Brown Butter Sugar Cookie Banana Bread for Holiday Cheer

Enjoy the festive fusion of banana bread and sugar cookies in this Brown Butter Sugar Cookie Banana Bread recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use browned butter for a rich, nutty flavor.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Provides sweetness and depth.
  • 4 overripe bananas Overripe Bananas Aim for very ripe bananas.
  • 1 large Egg Essential for binding the ingredients.
  • 1/4 cup Whole Milk Key for keeping the bread moist.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor depth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract Crucial for sugar cookie flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensures the bread rises beautifully.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
For the Topping
  • 3/4 cup Festive Sprinkles Add for decoration.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt ½ cup of unsalted butter over medium heat, stirring constantly for 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Combine the cooled brown butter with 1 cup of light brown sugar, then add in 4 mashed bananas, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon of almond extract, ¼ cup of whole milk, and 1 large egg.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Gently fold into the wet mixture.
  4. Fold in 3/4 of the festive sprinkles into the batter, reserving the rest for topping.
  5. Pour the batter into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 60-70 minutes.
  6. Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This banana bread is a delightful twist that combines classic flavors for a festive treat. Use very ripe bananas for the best taste and moisture.

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