Brown butter and banana bread

This brown butter banana bread takes classic banana bread to the next level. The butter is gently browned to create a deep, nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with sweet ripe bananas.

📝 Ingredients

• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
• 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Brown the Butter

• Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat
• Stir until it turns golden brown and smells nutty
• Remove from heat and let it cool slightly

2. Prepare the Batter

• In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, brown sugar, and granulated sugar
• Add eggs and vanilla, whisk until smooth
• Pour in the browned butter and mix well

3. Add Dry Ingredients

• In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon
• Gradually fold into the wet mixture
• Add nuts or chocolate chips if using

4. Bake

• Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F)
• Pour batter into a greased loaf pan
• Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean

5. Cool & Serve

• Let cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes
• Transfer to a rack and cool completely before slicing

🍽️ Pro Tips

• Use overripe bananas (dark spots = more sweetness)
• Don’t overmix—keeps the bread soft
• Brown butter carefully (don’t burn it)
• Add a sprinkle of sugar on top before baking for a crispy crust