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Starbucks Copycat Banana Bread

Starbucks Copycat Banana Bread

A moist and delicious banana bread topped with crunchy walnuts, perfect for using overripe bananas and replicating a popular cafe classic.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large overripe bananas
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line your loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mash the overripe bananas until liquidy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the egg with the sugar until light and fluffy. Then stir in the oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Mix in the mashed bananas.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle chopped walnuts on top, pressing them slightly into the batter.
  7. Bake for 60 to 65 minutes, performing the toothpick test to check doneness.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Ensure bananas are overripe for best flavor. Store at room temperature wrapped tightly for up to three days. Freezes well in individual slices.