Poppy Banana Loaf Recipe

Indulge in this unbelievably moist and fluffy Poppy Banana Loaf! Bursting with the sweetness of ripe bananas and the delightful crunch of poppy seeds, this loaf is a perfect teatime treat or on-the-go breakfast. Freezes beautifully – slice and freeze for easy grab-and-go toaster breakfasts! The perfect combination of sweet and nutty, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 246.5 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Poppy Banana Loaf

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How to Make Poppy Banana Loaf

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mash 3 ripe bananas with 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1/2 cup vegetable oil and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1/4 cup poppy seeds.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. (Fan-assisted ovens may require slightly less time or a lower temperature.)
  7. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Once completely cool, slice and wrap individually for freezing, or enjoy immediately with a pat of butter.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

2g

Carbs

16g

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