Mesquite Banana Bread

Mesquite Banana Bread

Make use of expired mesquite powder by adding a smoky flavor to a classic banana bread recipe.

15
Prep Time (min)
55
Cook Time (min)
70
Total Time (min)
12
Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons expired mesquite powder
Difficulty:Medium
Tags:
expired-food-recipefood-waste-reduction

Instructions

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

3

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

4

In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

5

Beat in the eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract until well combined.

6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

7

Stir in the expired mesquite powder.

8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

9

Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10

Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

11

Slice and enjoy the mesquite banana bread!