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brown butter pecan chocolate chip banana bread

Brown Butter Pecan Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Olivia Harper

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter (for browning)
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (188g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup (85g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter:
    Melt the butter in a light-colored saucepan over medium heat. Swirl occasionally as the butter foams and turns golden brown, with a nutty aroma. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to burn it! Let the brown butter cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the Oven and Pan:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
    In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, eggs, Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cooled brown butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well until everything is fully incorporated.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients:
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
    Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can affect the texture of your banana bread.
  6. Add Nuts and Chocolate Chips:
    Fold in the chopped pecans and chocolate chips, saving a small handful of each to sprinkle on top.
  7. Bake the Banana Bread:
    Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the reserved pecans and chocolate chips on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool the Bread:
    Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. This resting period helps the flavors meld and the texture set perfectly.

Notes

  • The brown butter gives the banana bread a rich, toffee-like flavor that takes the bread to a whole new level.
  • The Greek yogurt ensures that the bread stays moist, while the mix of granulated and brown sugars creates the perfect balance of sweetness.
  • You can customize the recipe by using walnuts instead of pecans or adding a dash of cinnamon for extra flavor.

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