Description
Heaven-Sent Butterscotch Banana Bread is a moist, sweet loaf bursting with ripe banana flavor and rich butterscotch chips. It is simple to make, perfect for new bakers.
Ingredients
- 3–4 very ripe bananas, mashed (about 1.5 cups)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (or 1/2 cup vegetable oil)
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar (or 1/2 cup granulated sugar)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon, optional
- 1 cup butterscotch chips (plus extras for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Mix in the softened butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon, if you are using it.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir gently only until you see no dry streaks left. Do not mix too much.
- Gently fold in the butterscotch chips. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and sprinkle a few extra chips over the top.
- Bake for 55 to 65 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick near the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs. If the top browns too fast, cover it loosely with foil.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 to 30 minutes before moving it to a wire rack to cool completely before you slice it.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best moisture and flavor.
- Avoid overmixing the batter after adding flour to keep the bread tender.
- To prevent chips from sinking, dust them lightly with a teaspoon of flour before folding them in, or line your pan.
- For a nutty flavor, substitute 1/4 cup of the flour with finely chopped toasted walnuts.
- Warm 2–3 tablespoons of chips with 1 tablespoon of butter and swirl on top before baking for extra aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American