Matcha Banana Bread

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Rest Time 15 mins
Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
Cooking Temp: 350  F
Description

If you love classic banana bread but want to try something a little different, this Matcha Banana Bread is the perfect bake. A portion of the batter is whisked with earthy matcha powder, then swirled into the banana bread batter to create a beautiful green marbled loaf that's just as pretty as it is delicious. Every slice is soft, moist, and packed with sweet banana flavor, while the matcha adds a subtle earthy note that keeps the loaf from being overly sweet. The two flavors complement each other beautifully, making this an easy recipe that's a little unexpected without straying too far from the comforting banana bread you already know and love.

Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 overripe bananas
  • 1 stick butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbs matcha powder
Instructions
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F 

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add the melted butter and both sugars, then whisk until combined.

  4. 4
    Mix in egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. 5

    Fold in the flour mixture until combined.

  6. 6

    Separate 1 cup of the batter and whisk in the matcha.

  7. 7

    Pour the plain batter into a lightly greased loaf pan. Dollop the matcha batter over the top, then gently swirl the batters together using a butter knife.

  8. 8

    Place in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. 

    Allow the banana bread to cool for 15–20 minutes before slicing and serving. For the best flavor and texture, enjoy it the next day once the loaf has had time to rest.
Keywords: Matcha, banana bread

Read it online: https://kelseydeleshaw.com/recipe/matcha-banana-bread/
Kelsey Deleshaw
Chef

Hey I'm Kelsey! Born and raised in Atlanta, I’ve been cooking since I was three, what started as a childhood passion has grown into a lifelong love of creativity, travel, and bringing people together through food. A CIA-trained baker and proud vegetarian, I’m inspired by flavors from all 50 states and the memories made around the table.