Pan de plátano

Ingredientes

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour (Substitute with whole wheat pastry flour for nuttier flavor.)
• 1 teaspoon baking soda (Helps the bread rise.)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt (Balances sweetness.)
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) (Adds cozy spice.)
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled (Substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.)
• 0.75 cups brown sugar (Swap for coconut sugar for lower-glycemic option.)
• 2 large eggs, room temperature (For flax eggs, mix 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons water.)
• 1 cup mashed overripe bananas (about 2 to 3 bananas) (Ripe bananas with brown spots work best.)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Enhances warm flavors.)
• 0.5 cups chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional) (Use sunflower seeds for a nut-free alternative.)

Preparación

1. 1

   --- Preparation ---

2. 2

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment for easy removal.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, then beat in the mashed bananas and vanilla.

5. 5

   --- Mixing ---

6. 6

   Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet until just combined.

7. 7

   Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if using. Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

8. 8

   --- Baking ---

9. 9

   Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

10. 10

    If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil after 30 minutes.

11. 11

    Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.