Einkorn Banana Bread Recipe
This Einkorn Banana Bread is a healthier, more digestible loaf. A simple, wholesome recipe that delivers moist, flavorful banana bread with a tender crumb. Einkorn flour, an ancient grain, is packed with nutrients and easier to digest compared to modern wheat.
** My favorite tip for making banana bread is to make muffins rather than a loaf. Muffins bake in 20 minutes and are never overdone on the outside and underdone on the inside like a loaf can be. If you really want to make this in a loaf, don’t overfill your pan. Only fill it halfway, and then you won’t have an overly brown and dry outside before the inside is done.
Einkorn Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
- 3 overripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter or lard, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour milk or buttermilk (see tip below)
- 2 1/2 cups einkorn flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or muffin pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and sugar.
- Stir in the melted butter (or lard), eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Add the sour milk or buttermilk and mix.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the einkorn flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix, as einkorn flour absorbs liquid more slowly than modern wheat.
- Fold in the chopped nuts, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If making muffins, 20 minutes is all you need.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Success:
1. Make Your Own Sour Milk: If you don’t have buttermilk on hand, you can easily make sour milk at home. Simply add 1/2 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to 1/2 cup of milk and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes. The acidity helps activate the baking soda, ensuring a good rise.
2. Freezing Overripe Bananas: Overripe bananas are ideal for banana bread because they add natural sweetness and moisture. If you’re not ready to bake, peel and store them in an airtight container or freezer bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. When ready to use, thaw at room temperature or microwave in short intervals.
Einkorn Banana Nut Bread or Muffins
Equipment
- 2 loaf pans or muffin pans
Ingredients
- 3 overripe bananas
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup butter or lard melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour milk or buttermilk you can add ½ TBS vinegar or lemon juice to regular milk to make sour milk or buttermilk substitute
- 2½ cups Einkorn Flour you can use half whole grain and half finely ground
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped nuts optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or muffin pans. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and sugar. Stir in the melted butter (or lard), eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended. Add the sour milk or buttermilk and mix.In a separate bowl, whisk together the einkorn flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix, as einkorn flour absorbs liquid more slowly than modern wheat.Fold in the chopped nuts, if using.Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top .Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If making muffins, 20 minutes is all you need. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Einkorn is an ancient wheat variety that retains more nutrients and has a lower gluten content, making it a great alternative for those with gluten sensitivities. Its naturally sweet and nutty flavor complements banana bread perfectly, enhancing its taste and texture.
Enjoy this hearty, wholesome einkorn banana bread recipe with a pat of butter, a drizzle of honey, or simply on its own. Happy baking!
