Spiced Ginger Molasses Banana Bread
Celebrate the holiday season with this delightful Spiced Ginger Molasses Banana Bread, a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Made with very ripe bananas, rich dark molasses, and a blend of traditional Christmas spices, this moist quick bread is sure to become a holiday classic in your kitchen. The addition of salty butter and a hint of corn oil provides a rich texture, while the raisins add a burst of sweetness in every bite. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat or a festive dessert, this recipe is perfect for sharing with friends and family during the holiday season.
8
Servings
175
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
bananas
2 (very ripe, mashed)
salted butter
2 tablespoons (melted)
corn oil
1 tablespoon (none)
brown sugar
3/4 cup (packed)
egg
1 (beaten)
dark molasses
1/4 cup (none)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (none)
ground ginger
1 teaspoon (none)
allspice
1 teaspoon (none)
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (none)
raisins
1/2 cup (none)
kosher salt
1 teaspoon (for sprinkling)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, corn oil, mashed bananas, brown sugar, beaten egg, and dark molasses. Mix until smooth and well combined.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda, ground ginger, allspice, and kosher salt.
4
Sprinkle the dry mixture over the wet ingredients and stir gently to incorporate.
5
Add the all-purpose flour to the mixture and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Fold in the raisins evenly throughout the batter.
7
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle a light layer of kosher salt over the top for added flavor.
8
Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9
Once baked, remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition Information
4.5g
Fat
27.5g
Carbs
1.1g
Protein
0.5g
Fiber
14.75g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spiced Ginger Molasses Banana Bread?
It is a moist quick bread featuring very ripe bananas, dark molasses, and traditional Christmas spices like ginger and allspice.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size pan should be used?
Use a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
How many bananas are required?
The recipe calls for 2 very ripe, mashed bananas.
What type of butter is used in the bread?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of melted salted butter.
What kind of oil is included in the batter?
One tablespoon of corn oil is used to provide a rich texture.
How much brown sugar is needed?
You need 3/4 cup of packed brown sugar.
How many eggs does the recipe require?
The recipe requires 1 beaten egg.
What type of molasses should I use?
The recipe specifies 1/4 cup of dark molasses.
What leavening agent is used?
One teaspoon of baking soda is used for leavening.
What is the measurement for ground ginger?
Use 1 teaspoon of ground ginger.
Is there allspice in this banana bread?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 teaspoon of allspice.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
Does this recipe contain raisins?
Yes, 1/2 cup of raisins is folded into the batter.
What is the purpose of the kosher salt?
One teaspoon of kosher salt is sprinkled over the top of the batter before baking for added flavor.
How long should the bread bake?
Bake the bread for approximately 60 minutes.
How do I check if the bread is done?
The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How should the bread be cooled?
Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains 175 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is 4.5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each slice?
Each slice contains 27.5g of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content of the bread?
The bread provides 1.1g of protein per serving.
How much fiber is in each serving?
There is 0.5g of fiber per serving.
What is the sugar content per slice?
Each serving contains 14.75g of sugar.
Is this recipe suitable for the holidays?
Yes, it is specifically described as a holiday classic perfect for sharing during the Christmas season.
Can I overmix the batter?
No, you should be careful not to overmix after adding the flour.
What category does this recipe fall into?
It is categorized under Quick Breads.
What is the texture of this banana bread?
The bread is moist with a rich texture from the molasses, butter, and corn oil.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Tags include banana bread, christmas baking, quick bread, and holiday treats.