Lombard-style Banana Bread

Ingredients

The Lombard-style Banana Bread differs from the original American recipe by incorporating Lombard cuisine's characteristic simplicity and quality ingredients. It adds a touch of Lombard flair to the classic American treat, resulting in a unique fusion of flavors. We alse have the original recipe for Island Banana Bread, so you can check it out.

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 2 eggs 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts (optional) 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts (optional)

Nutrition

• Calories: 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat: 12g (2g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 32g (16g sugars)
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.4g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a loaf pan.
2. 2.
   In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
4. 4.
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. 5.
   If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts.
6. 6.
   Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. 7.
   Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. 8.
   Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
9. 9.
   Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Bananas — Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and sweetness.
• Walnuts — If you prefer a nut-free version, simply omit the walnuts from the recipe.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, add a teaspoon of grated lemon zest to the batter.
• Serve the Lombard-style Banana Bread warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.
• To make the bread even more moist, you can add a tablespoon of sour cream or Greek yogurt to the batter.

Serving advice

Slice the Lombard-style Banana Bread into thick slices and serve it as a delightful breakfast or snack. It pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee or tea.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the top of the Lombard-style Banana Bread with powdered sugar before serving. You can also garnish it with a few banana slices or a sprinkle of cinnamon.