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Brown Butter Sugar Cookie Banana Bread

Decadent Brown Butter Sugar Cookie Banana Bread Delight

A luxurious twist on classic banana bread featuring a crunchy sugar cookie crumble topping, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bread
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Browned
  • 1 cup Sugar Brown sugar is recommended
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for the best flavor
  • 2-3 medium Ripe Bananas Mashed, overripe is best
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it is fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it is fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Sea salt recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional for a cozy flavor
For the Sugar Cookie Crumble
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Brown sugar for a richer taste
  • 1/4 cup Melted Brown Butter Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Flour All-purpose flour works best
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for the best flavor
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • rubber spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the brown butter by melting 1 cup of unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until golden brown and nutty, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan. In a bowl, combine the cooled brown butter and 1 cup of sugar, beating until silky. Add 2 room temperature eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2-3 mashed bananas; mix until creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula, mixing until just combined.
  5. Prepare the sugar cookie crumble by mixing 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup melted brown butter, 1 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
  6. Pour the banana bread batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the crumble generously over the batter and bake for 55-65 minutes.
  7. Cool the loaf in the pan for 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use overripe bananas and avoid overmixing the bread batter. Allow cooling completely before slicing.

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