This Banana Ginger Loaf is a delightful twist on the classic Banana Bread recipe, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the warm spice of ginger. It’s a perfect treat for breakfast or as a snack, offering a unique flavor profile that will please any palate.
The recipe is simple and requires basic baking techniques, making it accessible for bakers of all levels. Enjoy this moist and flavorful loaf with a cup of tea or coffee.
Easy Banana Ginger Loaf Recipe
This Banana Ginger Loaf features ripe bananas blended with fresh ginger and warm spices, creating a moist and aromatic bread. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 slices.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in Bananas and Ginger: Stir in the mashed bananas, grated ginger, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 slices
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
