Individual banana loaves
Delight in the perfect blend of banana sweetness and buttery goodness with our easy Individual Banana Loaves recipe. Made with simple ingredients like fresh bananas, self-raising flour, and a touch of sugar, these mini loaves are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Whip up a batch in no time and enjoy moist, flavorful banana bread in a convenient single-serving size.
Cook time 25 min
Prep time 75 min
Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter1 cup self-raising flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 bananas
1 cup powdered sugar
These individual banana loaves are the perfect treat for banana lovers, offering a moist and flavorful bite with every slice. Made with simple ingredients like butter, sugar, and ripe bananas, these mini loaves are easy to make and sure to impress. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast snack or a sweet dessert, they are bound to become a household favorite.
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a mini loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the 1/2 cup of softened butter and 1/2 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the 2 eggs to the butter and sugar mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Make sure the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
- In a separate bowl, mash the 2 bananas until smooth. You can use a fork or a potato masher.
- Stir the mashed bananas into the butter, sugar, and egg mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the 1 cup of self-raising flour to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want a tender loaf.
- Divide the batter evenly among the mini loaf pans. Fill each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Place the mini loaf pans in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a loaf comes out clean.
- If baking in standard loaf pans, allow additional baking time (up to 40-45 minutes), but make sure to keep an eye on them and test doneness with a toothpick.
- Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes.
- Then, transfer the loaves to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the loaves are cooling, prepare the icing. In a small bowl, mix the 1 cup of powdered sugar with a small amount of water or milk (about 1-2 tablespoons) until you reach a smooth, drizzle-able consistency.
- Once the loaves are completely cool, drizzle the powdered sugar icing over the top of each loaf. You can use a spoon or a piping bag for this.
- Allow the icing to set for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy your individual banana loaves as a delightful snack or dessert!
Tips:
- Ensure your bananas are ripe for the sweetest and most flavorful loaves; overripe bananas with brown spots work best.
- For a fluffier texture, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy before adding the eggs.
- Mix the batter gently to avoid overworking the flour, which can make the loaves dense.
- Consider adding a handful of chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
- Cool the loaves completely before glazing or storing to keep them moist and delicious.
Enjoy your delicious homemade individual banana loaves! These mini loaves are perfect for sharing with family and friends or savoring as a delightful treat on your own. Keep any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain their moist texture and rich banana flavor.
Nutrition per serving
8 ServingsCalories 350kcal
Protein 4.14g
Carbohydrates 55g
Fiber 1.07g
Sugar 36g
Fat 13g
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