Brown Butter Banana Bread

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

2. 2

   Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it smells nutty and turns amber, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.

   ~5 min

   Tip: Swirl the pan constantly once it starts to foam.

3. 3

   Mash bananas in a large bowl. Stir in brown butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

5. 5

   Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in walnuts if using.

6. 6

   Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 55-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

   ~55 min
7. 7

   Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

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