There’s something magical about the aroma of chai-spiced banana bread wafting through my kitchen. It wraps me in warmth and comfort, making each slice feel like a cozy hug on a chilly day.
Cozy Chai-Spiced Banana Bread
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 60 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas and mix in the melted butter.
- Add the beaten egg and vanilla extract, stirring until combined.
- In another bowl, mix the sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and cloves.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then fold in the flour until just mixed. Avoid over-mixing!
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Servings
This recipe makes one loaf, typically yielding about 10 slices.
Nutrition Info
Approximate per slice: 180 calories, 6g fat, 30g carbohydrates, 2g protein.
Final Thoughts
Every bite of this chai-spiced banana bread is a delightful reminder of the joys of baking. I hope it’s as comforting for you as it has been for me, perfect for sharing or enjoying all on your own.