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Copycat Starbucks Banana Bread

A moist and delicious banana bread inspired by the popular Starbucks treat, easy to make and customizable with mix-ins.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups flour All-purpose flour is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure freshness for best rising.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 large egg Lightly beaten.
  • 1⅛ cups sugar Add more if a sweeter bread is desired.
  • ½ cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk or milk Can also use milk.
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla Extract or essence.
  • 3 medium bananas Mashed very well, preferably overripe.
Optional Add-ins
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts Optional, can substitute with other nuts or chocolate.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a small bowl, add flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together the egg, sugar, and oil until well combined.
  4. Add the dry ingredients from the small bowl into the wet mixture. Stir until it becomes thick and dry.
  5. Incorporate buttermilk (or milk), vanilla, and mashed bananas. Stir until mixed.
  6. If using walnuts, fold them into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into a loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-75 minutes, checking regularly. It's done when a knife inserted comes out clean.

Notes

Best enjoyed warm with butter. Can be stored at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerated for longer. For freezing, wrap tightly and store for up to 3 months. Use very ripe bananas for optimal flavor.