Starbucks Copycat Banana Bread
Enjoy the delightful, moist flavor of this quick banana bread inspired by Starbucks, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/8 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp buttermilk (or milk as a substitute)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 very ripe bananas, mashed
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped Can substitute with chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set this mixture aside.
- In another large bowl, beat together the sugar and egg until light and fluffy.
- Add the vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Incorporate the mashed bananas into the mixture.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- If using walnuts, fold them in gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Best served with butter or honey and pairs well with coffee or tea. Can be stored airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerated for up to a week, or frozen with parchment paper between slices.