Tropical Banana Loaf

Tropical banana loaf is an easy way to use ripe bananas and turn them into a soft, comforting loaf that works well for breakfast, tea time, or casual family baking.

If you like everyday bakes like this, you may also enjoy sultana bran muffins or Bubu’s coffee cake recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 tsp Baking Soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup butter
• 2 eggs bitten
• 2 1/3 cups mashed overripe bananas

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 Degree C)
• Lightly grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan
• Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Beat brown sugar and butter with an electric mixer in a separate bowl until smooth. Stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. Stir banana mixture into flour mixture until just combined.Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
• Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 60 minutes . Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes,then turnout onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Helpful Tips

• Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and softer texture.
• Do not overmix once the flour is combined.
• Let the loaf cool before slicing so it holds together better.

FAQ

Can I freeze banana loaf?
Yes. Cool it fully first, then wrap it well before freezing.

Why use overripe bananas?
They mash more easily and bring more sweetness and banana flavor to the loaf.

Can I serve this plain?
Yes. It is good plain, with butter, or alongside tea or coffee.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrient	Amount per Serving
Calories	187 kcal
Fat	13.5 g
Saturated Fat	6.8 g
Carbohydrates	40.7 g
Protein	3.5 g
Sodium	310.5 mg
Cholesterol	35.2 mg