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Cherry Banana Bread

Moist Cherry Banana Bread That'll Wow Your Taste Buds

A delightful Cherry Banana Bread recipe that combines tart cherries with sweet bananas for a moist, delectable treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 2-3 pieces ripe bananas Must be very ripe for best flavor.
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries Thaw and drain if using frozen.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can use brown sugar for richer flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh.
  • 2 pieces eggs Can replace with flaxseed meal for vegan option.
  • ½ cup milk Non-dairy milk works as well.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cherry Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash 2-3 ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl, then add 2 eggs and ½ cup of milk, whisk to combine.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, it’s okay if there are a few flour streaks.
  5. Gently fold in 1 cup of cherries ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  6. Transfer the batter to the greased loaf pan, smoothing the top, and shake gently to settle.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack, let cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This Cherry Banana Bread is a perfect blend of sweet and tart, making it a delightful treat for any time of the day. Experiment by adding nuts or chocolate chips for variation.

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