If ever there were a recipe that has been worked and re-worked again, this would be it. I think the first time I started playing around with a recipe, especially a baking recipe was with banana bread. I have to say that I have finally settled on this recipe, but let's face it it is bound to change yet again.......but for this mornings envelope stuffing it shall remain in its current form!
What you need:
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 unsweetened apple sauce (snack pack size)
4 egg whites
3 ripe bananas
1/2 cup skim milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
chocolate chips
I myself prefer to start by blending the sugars together in a metal bowl, then mix in the apple sauce. After briefly beating the egg whites with the vanilla in a separate bowl, add to the sugar mixture. Then come the bananas - peel and place on a large plate. Sprinkle some cinnamon on the bananas before smashing them with a fork. This is a secret if you notice there is no mention of cinnamon in the recipe itself.....when bananas have reached a smooth consistency or you have gotten your daily frustrations out by beating the bananas, add to the batter. Also at this time you can add the milk. Mix thoroughly. Then add all the dry ingredients except for the chocolate chips and stir, stir, stir. I suggest using a spatula for the last few stirs as flour is bound to get trapped under all that beautiful banana bread batter.....then add the chocolate chips. The amount is your call, you can even leave them out, or add crushed nuts and more spices....this recipe is forgiving and was made to be played around with a little.....so go ahead and have some fun!
Bake at 350 degrees for about 1.23 hours or until a toothpick comes clean. Enjoy!
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