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Sliced cranberry banana bread on cooling wire rack.
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Cranberry Banana Bread

By: Min Kwon | MJ and Hungryman
This cranberry banana bread is a soft, gently sweet, festive loaf made with wholesome ingredients and fresh cranberries.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 44 minutes
Total Time: 54 minutes
Servings: 8 Slices
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Equipment

Ingredients 

Dry

  • 2 cups white whole wheat flour (245g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet

  • 1 cup mashed banana (240g), about 2 1/2-3 medium bananas
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt (78g)
  • 2 eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4-1/3 cup maple syrup (see note)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Stir-ins

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries, cut large ones in half (110g)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a 8x4 loaf pan by greasing it with oil or butter or lining with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Mash bananas in a medium bowl using the back of a fork or a potato masher. Try to get it as smooth as possible but small lumps are fine. Measure out 1 cup.
  • To the same bowl, add all the wet ingredients and mix together until well combined.
  • In a large bowl, combine all the dry ingredients. Add the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to over mix.
  • Gently stir in cranberries and walnuts. Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for for 45-60 minutes, or until the toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the bread.
  • Cool for 5 minutes in the pan then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Notes

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  • Cranberries tend to be quite tart when freshly baked. But don't worry! they will mellow out as they cool.
  • You can also add some chocolate chips for extra sweetness and chocolatey flavor.
  • Storage: Once cooled, store in an airtight container for 1-2 days on the counter or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Can also freeze for up to 3 months.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 258IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 1mg
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