Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth, leaving some small chunks for texture.3 large ripe bananas
- Add the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and miso paste to the mashed bananas. Whisk until the mixture is well combined and slightly thickened.3 large ripe bananas
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and baking soda. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.3 large ripe bananas
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Place the pan in the oven and bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be golden brown and slightly cracked.
- Remove the banana bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before slicing. The finished loaf should have a moist, dense crumb with a glossy, crackled crust.
Notes
Adding miso paste introduces a subtle umami flavor that enhances the overall depth of the banana bread.