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Brown Butter Banana Bread
Brown Butter Banana Bread
Brown Butter Banana Bread
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Brown Butter Banana Bread

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Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a pullman or 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving the ends hanging over the sides for easy removal.
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In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
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Brown the butter: In a small saucepan, add 155g (11 tbsp) of unsalted butter and place over medium heat. As the butter melts, stir it with a rubber spatula to encourage even cooking. Once the butter has fully melted, it will alternate between rapid large bubbles and gentle small foamy bubbles. The butter will be ready once it turns a dark golden color and the fat solids have darkened and settled at the bottom of the pan. Immediately pour into a large bowl, scraping out the fat solids at the bottom, and weigh out to 113g (8 tbsp). Pour the remainder into a small bowl, and place in the fridge to solidify.
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To the brown butter, whisk in the brown sugar and granulated sugar. Then, vigorously whisk in the egg and vanilla until fully combined.
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On a medium plate, mash the bananas, leaving them slightly chunky or smooth depending on texture preference. Whisk the mashed bananas into the batter.
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Whisk in half of the dry ingredients until just combined. Mix in the yogurt, then the remaining dry ingredients until fully combined.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top. Add a generous sprinkling of turbinado sugar.
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Transfer the remaining solidified brown butter to a piping bag and snip the end off. Use a knife to draw a straight line down the center of the batter. Pipe the brown butter along the line.
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Bake the banana bread for 60-75 minutes or until deeply golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove from the pan and allow to cool completely before cutting.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Brown Butter Perfection 🧈
    Cook butter over medium heat until it turns golden amber with a nutty aroma (about 5-7 minutes), then cool it completely before mixing to prevent cooking the eggs and preserve that rich, toasted flavor.
  • Greek Yogurt Moisture Magic 🥛
    The Greek yogurt adds tanginess and moisture while keeping the bread tender; don't skip it or substitute with regular yogurt, as it provides the perfect balance of acidity and density.
  • Banana Ripeness Matters 🍌
    Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and easier mashing, which reduces the need for excess sugar and creates a more naturally flavorful bread.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter 🥄
    Mix dry ingredients separately and fold them gently into wet ingredients until just combined; overmixing develops gluten and results in a dense, tough crumb instead of the soft texture this recipe promises.
  • Turbinado Sugar Crust Hack ✨
    Sprinkle turbinado sugar on top of the batter before baking to create a beautiful, crunchy, caramelized crust that adds textural contrast to the moist interior.

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Sloan’s Table

Hi! I'm Sloane, welcome to Sloane’s Table! I am a Dartmouth College alumna, professional baker, recipe developer, and food photographer. Here, you will find tried & true bakery-worthy recipes ranging from simple sweets to technical pastries. Whether you are looking to challenge yourself and improve your baking skills or just want an easy, trust-worthy recipe, you're in the right place.

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