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Brown Butter Sugar Cookie Banana Bread

Brown Butter Sugar Cookie Banana Bread: A Festive Delight

This Brown Butter Sugar Cookie Banana Bread blends the comfort of banana bread with the sweetness of sugar cookies, perfect for festive occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Browned for nutty flavor
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Rich sweetness; can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 3 large Overripe Bananas For optimal moisture and flavor
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together
  • 0.5 cup Whole Milk Any milk can be used, including non-dairy options
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor profile
  • 0.5 teaspoon Almond Extract Use sparingly for best results
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Can swap for gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent for rising
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors
For the Topping
  • 0.25 cup Festive Sprinkles Adds vibrant touch; swap for themed sprinkles if desired

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Butter: Melt ½ cup of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat for 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooled brown butter with light brown sugar, then add mashed bananas, egg, milk, vanilla, and almond extracts.
  3. Fold in Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl, then fold into wet mixture gently.
  4. Add Sprinkles: Fold in most festive sprinkles, reserving some for the top.
  5. Bake: Pour batter into a greased loaf pan and sprinkle reserved sprinkles on top. Bake at 350°F for 60-70 minutes.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let bread cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then move to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Keep an eye on browning butter; use only overripe bananas for best results. Optional to tent loaf with foil if edges brown quickly.

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