Festive Banana Bread Delight
Indulge in this delightful Festive Banana Bread that captures the essence of holiday cheer! Each loaf boasts a perfect balance of a crisp golden crust and a moist, flavorful center infused with banana liqueur and gingerbread syrup. With its sweet and spicy aroma, this banana bread makes a delightful addition to your holiday celebrations, whether enjoyed with morning coffee or served as a festive dessert. This recipe yields three generous loaves, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends or for gift-giving during the holiday season!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Unsalted butter
1 1/8 cups (softened)
Sugar
325 g (granulated)
Banana liqueur
210 ml
Sugar-free gingerbread-flavored syrup (e.g., Torani)
115 ml
Eggs
6 (room temperature)
Large ripe bananas
6 (mashed)
Baking soda
1 tablespoon
Baking powder
1/2 tablespoon
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Whole wheat flour
5 cups
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 8x4-inch loaf pans.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and sugar until fluffy and light in color.
3
Gradually add the banana liqueur and gingerbread syrup, mixing until the mixture resembles a smooth mayonnaise-like consistency.
4
Add the mashed bananas, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to the mixture. Blend thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
5
Taste the batter and adjust the flavors if desired; you should detect a harmonious balance between the banana and gingerbread syrup.
6
Mix in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
7
Gradually fold in the whole wheat flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
8
If desired, gently fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
9
Evenly divide the batter among the three prepared loaf pans.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean.
11
Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Festive Banana Bread Delight?
It is a holiday-themed banana bread with a crisp golden crust and a moist center infused with banana liqueur and gingerbread syrup.
How many loaves does this recipe yield?
This recipe produces three generous 8x4-inch loaves.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What special flavorings are used in this bread?
The bread is flavored with 210 ml of banana liqueur and 115 ml of sugar-free gingerbread-flavored syrup.
What type of flour is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 5 cups of whole wheat flour.
How many bananas are needed?
You will need 6 large ripe bananas, mashed.
How long should the bread bake?
The loaves should bake for approximately 55 minutes.
What is the cooling process for the banana bread?
Allow the loaves to cool in their pans for 10 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Can I add extra ingredients like nuts?
Yes, you can gently fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips if desired.
What type of butter is best for this recipe?
The recipe specifies 1 1/8 cups of softened unsalted butter.
How many eggs are used?
The recipe requires 6 eggs at room temperature.
What should the butter and sugar mixture look like?
They should be creamed together until the mixture is fluffy and light in color.
What consistency should the batter reach after adding liqueur and syrup?
The mixture should resemble a smooth mayonnaise-like consistency.
Does this recipe use baking soda or baking powder?
It uses both: 1 tablespoon of baking soda and 1/2 tablespoon of baking powder.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 325 grams of granulated sugar.
Is there a specific way to add the eggs?
Yes, mix in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
What is the instruction for adding flour?
Gradually fold in the whole wheat flour until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
How do I prepare the loaf pans?
Grease and flour three 8x4-inch loaf pans before adding the batter.
How do I check if the banana bread is done?
Insert a toothpick into the center of the loaves; if it comes out clean, they are finished baking.
What is the aroma of the finished bread?
The bread has a sweet and spicy aroma due to the banana and gingerbread syrup.
Is this recipe suitable for holiday gifts?
Yes, yielding three loaves makes it ideal for gift-giving during the holiday season.
How much salt is included?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include banana bread, holiday baking, dessert, breads, christmas, fall recipes, banana recipes, and comfort food.
Can I use any brand of gingerbread syrup?
The recipe suggests using a sugar-free gingerbread-flavored syrup such as Torani.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 10 main ingredients in this recipe.
Should the bananas be mashed?
Yes, the 6 large ripe bananas should be mashed before being added to the mixture.
What is the texture of the bread's center?
The center of the bread is described as moist and flavorful.
When should the baking soda and powder be added?
They should be added along with the mashed bananas and salt after the liquids are mixed.
Is the bread intended to be eaten at a specific time?
It can be enjoyed with morning coffee or served as a festive dessert.
What is the primary flavor profile?
A harmonious balance between banana and spicy gingerbread syrup.