Guatemalan Pan De Banano Banana Bread
Discover the comforting flavors of Guatemalan Pan de Banano, a traditional banana bread recipe that takes this beloved classic to new heights with its moist texture and aromatic hints of cinnamon. Made with a generous helping of ripe bananas and a touch of optional raisins or walnuts for added texture, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying. Perfectly spiced and naturally sweetened, this one-bowl wonder comes together in just 15 minutes of prep, making it an ideal treat for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. Serve it warm with a cup of coffee or tea, and savor a slice of authentic Guatemalan home-baked goodness that everyone will adore.
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Ingredients
- 4 large ripe bananas (mashed)
- 180 grams granulated sugar
- 115 grams unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (ground)
- 100 grams raisins or chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9x5-inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan and set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. You can use a fork or potato masher.
Step 3
Add the granulated sugar and melted butter to the mashed bananas. Stir until the mixture is well combined.
Step 4
Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Step 6
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 7
If using raisins or chopped walnuts, fold them into the batter gently.
Step 8
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Step 10
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Step 11
Enjoy your homemade Guatemalan Pan De Banano with a cup of coffee or tea!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1307.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3379.8 |
| Total Fat 107.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 623.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2608.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 578.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 316.0g | |
| Protein 48.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 231.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3149.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories