Ingredients for Banana Cranberry Bread
- 2 large eggs
- Vegetable Oil
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Ground Cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Vanilla Extract
- Pecans
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- Banana
How to Make Banana Cranberry Bread
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
- Coarsely chop 1 cup of fresh cranberries and set aside.
- Mash 3 ripe bananas with a fork and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together 2 large eggs, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and ½ cup vegetable oil until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped cranberries and mashed bananas.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
54g
Fat
8g
Carbs
7g