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Overhead view of a loaf of blueberry banana bread cut into slices next to a bowl of blueberries.

Blueberry Banana Bread

Katerina | Diethood
Indulge in a slice of easy-to-make Blueberry Banana Bread, where the sweetness of bananas meets the tartness of juicy blueberries in this moist and delicious loaf.
Servings : 10 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • cups all-purpose flour, divided, plus more for dusting the loaf pan
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F.
  • Butter a 9×5-loaf pan, sprinkle it with a bit of flour on the bottom and up the sides; set aside.
  • Cream the butter and sugar using an electric mixer in a large mixing bowl and beat until smooth and creamy. Add egg and vanilla, and continue to beat until incorporated.
  • With a rubber spatula, gently fold in the mashed bananas and 1/2 cup flour; set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Fold the flour mixture into the banana mixture until combined. Gently fold in the blueberries.
  • Pour the batter into the loaf pan.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove from oven. Set aside for a few minutes before removing the bread from the pan onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Cut and serve.

Notes

  • Flour the Blueberries: To prevent blueberries from sinking in the batter, coat them lightly in flour, a trick usable for cakes as well.
  • Avoid Overmixing: Stir the dry and wet ingredients just until combined to keep the banana bread tender, not dense.
  • Add-Ins: Enhance this banana bread and stir in zesty citrus flavors from lemon or orange zest or the rich taste of semi-sweet or white chocolate chips. For a crunchy texture, mix in chopped pecans, walnuts, or almond slices.
  • Check for Doneness: Insert a toothpick into the loaf's center; it should come out clean with maybe a few dry crumbs but no wet batter. If the loaf's exterior is browned, but the center is undercooked, tent a piece of foil loosely over the bread and continue baking until done.

Nutrition

Calories: 185 kcal | Carbohydrates: 32 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 5 g | Saturated Fat: 3 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Trans Fat: 0.2 g | Cholesterol: 31 mg | Sodium: 157 mg | Potassium: 136 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 14 g | Vitamin A: 190 IU | Vitamin C: 3 mg | Calcium: 15 mg | Iron: 1 mg

Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.

Course: Breakfast/Snack/Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: banana recipes, blueberry bread, quick bread recipe