Moist Banana Bread Squares
These moist and flavorful banana bread squares are made with ripe bananas, eggs, and a hint of vanilla. The perfect quick breakfast or snack, with an optional topping of whipped cream and walnuts.
Instructions
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1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish. In a small bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form; set aside.
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2
In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks, then stir in the mashed bananas.
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3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with the buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
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4
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the squares to cool on a wire rack.
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6
If desired, top the cooled squares with whipped cream and sliced bananas.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 12 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.
