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Starbucks Copycat Banana Bread

Irresistibly Moist Starbucks Copycat Banana Bread Recipe

This Starbucks Copycat Banana Bread is a delightfully moist treat that captures the café favorite flavor, perfect for a cozy morning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or whole wheat flour for added fiber
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure fresh for optimal results
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt sea salt is a finer alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon optional for flavor
  • 1 large Egg or 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce for vegan option
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can use brown sugar for richer flavor
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk or yogurt/plant-based milk with vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use quality pure extract
  • 2-3 Very Ripe Bananas the riper, the better for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts omit for nut-free option
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts for topping
  • Butter for spreading on warm slices

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Starbucks Copycat Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease an 8x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mix together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the egg, sugar, and vegetable oil together until smooth.
  4. Gradually fold in the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas gently into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and sprinkle chopped walnuts on top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-75 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Mix gently to keep the banana bread fluffy, and feel free to experiment with add-ins like chocolate chips.

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