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Banana Bread with Streusel Topping Recipe

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This delightful Banana Bread with Streusel Topping is a moist, flavorful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. It features a tender banana bread base enhanced with cinnamon and brown sugar, complemented by a crunchy, buttery streusel topping. A sweet maple glaze finishes it off, adding an irresistible touch of sweetness and a beautiful glossy finish.

Ingredients

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Streusel Topping

  • ¾ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ tsp kosher salt (Diamond Crystal brand)

Bread Batter Dry Ingredients

  • 1½ cups all purpose flour
  • ¾ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp kosher salt (Diamond Crystal brand)

Bread Batter Wet Ingredients

  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup sour cream, room temperature
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed overripe banana

Toppings and Glaze

  • 1 tbsp maple cinnamon sugar (The Spice House brand)
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • ½ cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tbsp whole milk
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Prepare Streusel Topping: In a medium bowl, combine all streusel topping ingredients (flour, cinnamon, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, kosher salt) and mix until the mixture resembles wet sand. Place in refrigerator until ready to use.
  2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, then spray it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt to evenly distribute the leavening and salt.
  4. Cream Wet Ingredients: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the melted butter, olive oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix on medium speed for 1 minute until creamy and well combined.
  5. Add Sour Cream, Egg, and Vanilla: To the creamed mixture, add sour cream first, mixing to combine, then add the egg and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until fully incorporated.
  6. Add Mashed Bananas: Lower the mixer speed and mix in the mashed overripe bananas until just combined.
  7. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  8. Layer Batter and Toppings: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly sprinkle the maple cinnamon sugar and chopped pecans over this layer. Pour the remaining batter on top and spread gently.
  9. Add Streusel Topping: Evenly distribute the chilled streusel topping over the top of the batter in the pan.
  10. Bake: Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
  11. Prepare Maple Glaze: While the bread cools, whisk together the powdered sugar, whole milk, and maple syrup in a small bowl until smooth.
  12. Glaze and Cool: Pour the maple glaze over the warm banana bread. Let the bread cool completely in the pan before removing and slicing to serve.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and banana flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter after adding the dry ingredients to keep the bread tender.
  • The loaf pan should be well greased or lined to ensure easy removal.
  • Letting the bread cool fully before slicing helps the glaze set nicely.
  • Chilling the streusel topping before baking helps maintain a crunchy texture.

Keywords: banana bread, streusel topping, maple glaze, cinnamon, pecans, homemade bread, breakfast bread

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