Indulge in the Warmth of Whole Wheat Sourdough Banana Bread – Try it at Home Today!
Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the perfect blend of tangy sourdough and sweet banana in our Whole Wheat Sourdough Banana Bread recipe. With its rich aroma and moist texture, this bread is sure to become a new favorite. Click the link below to get the full recipe and start baking today!
Recipe: Whole Wheat Sourdough Banana Bread
Ingredients:
* 1 cup (200g) whole wheat flour
* 1/2 cup (100g) all-purpose flour
* 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
* 1/2 teaspoon active sourdough starter (fed and ready to use)
* 3 ripe bananas, mashed
* 1 large egg
* 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
2. Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the instant yeast, sourdough starter, and 1/2 cup of warm water (around 100°F/38°C). Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Add mashed bananas, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dough. Mix until well combined and a sticky dough forms.
4. If using nuts, fold them into the dough at this stage.
5. Cover the dough with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let it rest at room temperature (around 70°F/21°C) for 24 hours. This is the autolyse stage.
6. After the autolyse, add some gentle folds to the dough, then cover it again and let it rest for another 2 hours.
7. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
8. Gently shape the dough into a round or oblong shape and place it in the prepared loaf pan. Cover the pan with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let it rise for 2 hours, or until it has almost doubled in size.
9. Remove the plastic wrap or towel and bake the bread for 45-50 minutes, or until it's golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
10. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Variations and Add-ins:
* Cranberry Orange: Add 1/2 cup of chopped fresh or frozen cranberries and 1 tablespoon of orange zest to the dough.
* Dark Chocolate Chip: Add 1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips to the dough for a sweet and indulgent twist.
* Oatmeal Raisin: Add 1/2 cup of rolled oats and 1/2 cup of raisins to the dough for a hearty and sweet breakfast bread.
* Cinnamon Swirl: Add 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the dough and swirl chopped walnuts or pecans into the dough before baking.
* Nutella Filled: Add 1/4 cup of Nutella to the dough and swirl it into the batter before baking for a chocolatey surprise.
Get creative and experiment with different flavors and add-ins to make this recipe your own!
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