Banana Bread

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A couple weeks ago, my friend Aileen brought homemade banana bread to our bible study session. It was absolutely delicious, and I knew that I needed to try my hand at making it. I only recently discovered this delightful sweet treat. Growing up in an Asian household, my dessert was usually just fruit. So, I didn't indulge in baked goods that often. In college, I have more opportunities to try all sorts of cuisine that I am usually unfamiliar with.




I love bananas, but they go bad so quickly! This quick and easy banana bread allows me to use my overripe bananas so that I don't have to throw them out. The weather in Irvine has been a little chilly recently, so I think it is the perfect weather to enjoy this special treat. I like to up the ante with my banana bread by including walnuts and chocolate chips (both of which are optional). It's a special touch that I like to add and the chocolate chips definitely satisfy my sweet tooth. Mmmmm absolutely delicious! Without further ado, let's dive into baking this treat. 

Banana Bread 
Yield: 1 Loaf 

Ingredients 
3 ripe bananas 
1/2 cup butter; melted
1/2 cup sour cream
2 large eggs 
1 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract 
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon 
1 1/2 cup all purpose flour 
1/4 cup chocolate chips 
1/4 cup walnuts; roughly chopped 

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. 
  2. Butter your loaf tin or tray to prevent sticking. Sprinkle some sugar over the buttered tray. 
  3. In a large bowl, mash the bananas together until it reaches a smooth consistency. Add the eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, sugar and sour cream. 
  4. Once the liquid ingredients are thoroughly combined, stir in the all purpose flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt until well-combined. 
  5. Gently fold in walnuts and chocolate chips into the mixture. 
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared tray/tin.
  7. Pop the tray/tin into the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. To check that it is fully cooked, take a toothpick and insert it into the center of the tin/tray. If it comes out clean, it's ready to eat. 
  8. Serve the banana bread with fresh whipped cream and enjoy! :)
Good Luck,
Em



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