Blueberry Banana Bread Soft (Printable Version)
Moist, flavorful bread with ripe bananas and sweet blueberries, perfect for a wholesome treat or breakfast.
# Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups mashed ripe banana
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1/2 cup pure maple syrup or honey or agave
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1/4 cup water
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1/4 cup oil or additional water
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups flour (spelt, white, or oat flour)
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1/2 cup protein powder or additional flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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3/4 teaspoon baking powder
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon cardamom (optional)
→ Additional Ingredients
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1 cup blueberries (fresh or thawed frozen)
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan and set it aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, maple syrup (or honey or agave), water, oil (or additional water), and vanilla extract until well combined.
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In the same bowl, stir in the flour, protein powder (or additional flour), baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cardamom (if using). Mix until just evenly combined.
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Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to smash them.
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Smooth the batter into the prepared pan. Bake on the center rack for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
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Let the bread cool completely in the pan. For the best flavor and texture, loosely cover it with a cloth towel and refrigerate overnight before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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For a banana-free option, substitute mashed banana with an alternative recipe like Blueberry Bread.