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Banana Bread Yeast Risen Recipe

This incredibly moist and flavorful banana bread recipe, a family favorite for years, uses the power of yeast for a truly unforgettable texture. Originally from a Fleischmann's yeast packet, this recipe delivers a light and airy loaf perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat. The delightful cinnamon-sugar topping adds the perfect sweet crunch. Get ready to experience banana bread like never before!

Prep Time 120 mins
Cook Time 145 mins
Calories 2026.4 kcal
Protein 94g
Rating 4.8 (11 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Banana Bread Yeast Risen

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How to Make Banana Bread Yeast Risen

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ¼ cups (150g) all-purpose flour, ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast.
  3. In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup (240ml) evaporated milk, ½ cup (120ml) water, and ¼ cup (57g) unsalted butter or margarine until 120-130°F (49-54°C).
  4. Add the warm milk mixture to the dry ingredients.
  5. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  6. Add 2 large eggs, 3 ripe mashed bananas (about 1 ½ cups), and 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour.
  7. Beat on high speed for 2 minutes.
  8. Stir in 1 cup (100g) chopped pecans and enough remaining flour (about ½ cup) to form a stiff dough.
  9. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  10. Place dough in a lightly greased large bowl, turning to coat. Lightly grease the top of the dough. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
  11. Let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-1.5 hours).
  12. Punch down the dough and divide it in half.
  13. Shape each half into a loaf and place into the prepared loaf pans.
  14. Cover loaves loosely with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in size (about 45-60 minutes).
  15. In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  16. Once doubled, remove plastic wrap. Brush loaves lightly with melted butter and sprinkle generously with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  17. Bake for 25-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  18. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

65 g

Sugar

344g

Fat

81g

Carbs

111g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Healthy Breads Fruit Dietary Yeast Tropical Fruit Bananas Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less