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Zesty Lemon Blueberry Banana Bread

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This Zesty Lemon Blueberry Banana Bread is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, perfect for breakfast or snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas The riper, the better!
  • 1/3 cup Salted Butter Melted
  • 1 Egg Acts as a binder
  • 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute maple sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Brightens flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates flavor
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the texture
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the bread rise
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Use some for topping
  • 1 cup Frozen Blueberries Fresh can be used if in season

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Measuring Cups
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash approximately three very ripe bananas using a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir in 1/3 cup of melted salted butter, 1 egg, 3/4 cup of light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and the juice of one fresh lemon.
  4. Add 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and gently mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of frozen blueberries and the zest of one lemon.
  6. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper for easy removal.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Slice and serve with butter or a drizzle of honey if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.

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