Bet on It Banana Bread by Marjie Lapagna Recipe

Name: Bet on It Banana Bread by Marjie Lapagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups unbleached flour; 2 cups brown sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 4 eggs; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; ⅔ cup buttermilk; 1 cup margarine, melted; 4 large bananas, mashed; 2 cups nuts, your favorite, chopped (optional); ½ cup brown sugar, for topping (optional); nuts, chopped for topping (optional)

Servings: persons

4 cups unbleached flour
2 cups brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
4 eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
⅔ cup buttermilk
1 cup margarine, melted
4 large bananas, mashed
2 cups nuts, your favorite, chopped (optional)
½ cup brown sugar, for topping (optional)
nuts, chopped for topping (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Grease and flour 2 8x4 inch loaf pans.
3
Combine flour, brown sugar, salt and baking soda in a large bowl, make well in center.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk.
5
Pour into the dry mix and blend slightly, by hand with wooden spoon.
6
Add melted margarine and mix a bit more.
7
Add mashed bananas and nuts if using.
8
Mix until ingredients are blended (do not over mix!
9
).
10
Spoon batter into pans and top with browns sugar and nuts if desired.
11
Bake 45-55 mins (20-25 for muffins).
12
Turn out to cool.
13
Slice and serve with butter.

1470

kcal

Calories

Fat

251

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups unbleached flour, 2 cups brown sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Bet on It Banana Bread by Marjie Lapagna falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bet on It Banana Bread by Marjie Lapagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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