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Quick Starbucks Copycat Banana Bread

Deliciously Easy Quick Starbucks Copycat Banana Bread Recipe

This Quick Starbucks Copycat Banana Bread is a delightful, moist loaf that captures the familiar flavors of your favorite coffee shop treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth; swap for nutmeg if desired.
  • 1 large Egg For vegan option, use a flax egg.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar.
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable Oil Substitute with melted coconut oil if desired.
  • 0.5 cup Buttermilk Can be replaced with yogurt or milk mixed with vinegar.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional; almond extract can be used for a different flavor.
  • 3 Very Ripe Bananas Key ingredient; ensure they are brown.
For the Topping
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Walnuts Omit for nut-free option.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare an 8x5 inch loaf pan by greasing it.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, mix the egg, sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Add buttermilk, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas to the batter; stir gently.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle chopped walnuts on top if using.
  7. Bake for 60-75 minutes, checking for doneness at 60 minutes.
  8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and fluffy. Use very ripe bananas for best flavor.

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