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Lavender Banana Bread

Lavender Banana Bread with a Floral Twist You’ll Love

This Lavender Banana Bread is a delightful floral twist on a classic favorite, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free baking flour can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the bread rise beautifully.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances all flavors in the recipe.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted and cooled; substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar or maple syrup.
  • 2 large Eggs Lightly beaten; can be replaced with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the flavors perfectly.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Lavender Extract Can be substituted with fresh culinary lavender.
  • 4 medium Ripe Bananas Mashed; use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
For the Lavender Glaze
  • 1 1/4 cups Powdered Sugar Base for a sweet glaze.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth and sweetness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Lavender Extract Can switch to culinary lavender for texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream Ensures a rich texture for the glaze.
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons Milk Adjusts glaze consistency as needed.
  • 1 drop Food Coloring Light pink or purple for visual appeal.
  • Culinary Lavender Flowers Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lavender Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 6-cup loaf pan by spraying it with nonstick baking spray.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted unsalted butter with brown sugar, whisk until smooth, then add eggs, vanilla extract, and lavender extract.
  4. Add the mashed ripe bananas to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the dry ingredients to the banana mixture until no dry flour is visible.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, until golden brown.
  7. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then invert onto parchment paper to cool completely.
  8. Whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lavender extract, heavy cream, and milk for the glaze until smooth.
  9. Drizzle the prepared glaze over the cooled Lavender Banana Bread and sprinkle with culinary lavender flowers if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for best flavor. Avoid overmixing to retain a fluffy texture. Store in airtight container to maintain freshness.

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