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Lavender Banana Bread

Delicious Lavender Banana Bread for a Unique Baking Adventure

Experience the exquisite blend of sweet bananas and floral lavender in this Lavender Banana Bread, a delightful twist on a classic.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Baking
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free baking flour for gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Replace with coconut oil for dairy-free or vegan preparation.
  • 0.75 cups Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for lower glycemic variant.
  • 2 large Eggs For vegan substitute, use flax eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use high-quality extract for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Lavender Extract Can be replaced with finely chopped fresh culinary lavender.
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for optimal results.
For the Lavender Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Lavender Extract
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream Use coconut cream for dairy-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Milk Adjusts glaze consistency; use non-dairy milk if preferred.
  • drops Food Coloring Optional for visual appeal.
  • cups Culinary Lavender Flowers Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 6-cup loaf pan.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. In a large bowl, mix ½ cup of melted unsalted butter and ¾ cup of brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Add 2 beaten eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of lavender extract, stirring well.
  5. Mash 3 ripe bananas in a bowl and fold into the wet mixture.
  6. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients gently, mixing until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool the bread in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack.
  9. Whisk together the glaze ingredients until smooth, adjusting consistency with milk.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread and garnish with culinary lavender flowers if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep bananas stored in a cool place to speed up ripening if needed. Adjust glaze thickness with milk for desired consistency.

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