This Banana Bread With Crunchy Almond Topping recipe is a delightful twist on the classic banana bread. The addition of crunchy almonds adds texture and flavor, making it a perfect treat for breakfast or as a snack.
This recipe is straightforward and utilizes ripe bananas, which provide natural sweetness and moisture. You can enjoy this banana bread warm, toasted, or at room temperature.
Delicious Banana Bread Recipe with Almonds
This banana bread features a moist and tender crumb, complemented by a crunchy almond topping that adds a satisfying crunch. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and yields one loaf, perfect for sharing or enjoying throughout the week.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds for topping
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Mix Butter and Bananas: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with the mashed bananas until well blended.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in the baking soda and salt. Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Finally, add the flour and mix until just combined.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the sliced almonds with brown sugar if using, and set aside.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the almond topping evenly over the batter. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 1 loaf
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
