Banana Bread With Dates is a delightful fusion of sweet and nutritious ingredients, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack. This recipe not only highlights the natural sweetness of ripe bananas but also incorporates the rich flavor of dates, making it a healthy choice for any occasion. If you're looking for moist banana bread with dates that is easy to prepare and absolutely delicious, you’ve come to the right place! This recipe is a fantastic way to use up overripe bananas, turning them into a treat that is both satisfying and wholesome.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option)
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 ripe bananas, mashed
½ cup pitted dates, chopped finely
½ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
2 large eggs (or flax eggs for a vegan option)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk together until well combined.
In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: mashed bananas, chopped dates, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once done, remove from the oven and let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
