Apple Cake Tea Room Banana Bread Recipe
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Description
This apple cake tea room banana bread recipe is a perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. The recipe uses ripe bananas, fresh apples, and a blend of warm spices, making it a perfect breakfast or snack item for any occasion.Prep time:
The prep time for this recipe is about 20 minutes.Cook Time:
The cook time for this recipe is around 1 hour.Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 large apple, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Equipment:
- Loaf pan
- Mixing bowl
- Mixing spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Kitchen scale (optional)
- Cutting board
- Knife
Method:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas until well combined.
- Add in the dry ingredients in batches, stirring until just combined.
- Stir in the diced apple and chopped walnuts (if using).
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the apple cake tea room banana bread warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
Notes:
- If you prefer a sweeter bread, you can add an additional 1/4 to 1/2 cup of sugar.
- If you don't have ripe bananas, you can speed up the ripening process by placing them in a paper bag with an apple or banana for a day or two.
- You can store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Info:
- Serving size: 1 slice (1/10th of loaf)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 220mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 41g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 23g
- Protein: 4g
Recipes FAQ:
Can I use different fruits in this recipe?
Yes, you can substitute the diced apple with another fruit such as pears or blueberries.Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, you can use a gluten-free flour blend in place of the all-purpose flour to make this recipe gluten-free.Can I freeze this bread?
Yes, you can freeze the bread for up to 3 months. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then place it in a freezer-safe bag or container.Recipe Tips:
- Make sure your bananas are ripe before using them in this recipe. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
- Don't overmix the batter. Stir until just combined to avoid a tough, dense bread.
- If you don't have walnuts, you can use pecans or almonds instead.
- For an extra special treat, serve the bread warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
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