Heavenly Lavender Banana Bread That Will Brighten Your Day Recipe
This Heavenly Lavender Banana Bread is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, infused with subtle floral notes of lavender and a rich, sweet glaze that brightens your day. Perfectly moist and golden-brown, this banana bread combines natural sweetness from ripe bananas with fragrant lavender extract for a unique and comforting treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon lavender extract
- 4 medium ripe bananas, mashed
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon lavender extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 ½ tablespoons milk
- a drop light pink or purple food coloring
Optional Garnish
- Culinary lavender flowers
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 6-cup loaf pan with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. This ensures even distribution of leavening agents.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted and cooled butter with brown sugar. Add in the lightly beaten eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ teaspoon lavender extract. Mix thoroughly to form a smooth base.
- Add Bananas: Stir the mashed ripe bananas into the wet mixture. The bananas provide moisture and natural sweetness that makes the bread tender.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and fluffy.
- Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Place it in the oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Bread: Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then invert it onto parchment paper and allow it to cool completely before glazing.
- Prepare the Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, ¼ teaspoon lavender extract, heavy cream, milk, and a drop of light pink or purple food coloring until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding a little more milk if needed.
- Glaze and Garnish: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled banana bread. Optionally, sprinkle culinary lavender flowers on top for a rustic and elegant touch.
Notes
- Ensure bananas are very ripe for optimal sweetness and moisture.
- Do not overmix batter to maintain a tender crumb.
- Use culinary-grade lavender flowers only; avoid using lavender not intended for consumption.
- Adjust the glaze thickness by adding more powdered sugar to thicken or milk to thin.
- The glaze can be omitted if you prefer a less sweet bread.
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