Young Kingston is turning out to be quite the Lil Chef, experimenting with flavors and discovering delightful combinations. This recipe for White Chocolate Banana Bread blends two favorites into a deliciously moist and sweet treat that’s perfect for any occasion.

What you need:

• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups (240g) ripe bananas, mashed (about 3 medium bananas)
• 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
• 3/4 cup (130g) white chocolate chips, plus extra for topping

What you need to do:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it with cooking spray.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until everything is well combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
5. Fold in White Chocolate: Gently fold in the white chocolate chips, reserving a few for topping if desired.
6. Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. If you reserved some white chocolate chips, sprinkle them on top of the batter.
7. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 to 65 minutes. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, you can cover it loosely with aluminum foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.
8. Cool Down: Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Slice and Enjoy: Once cooled, slice your delicious white chocolate banana bread and enjoy it as a snack or dessert!

Tips for Success

• Use Ripe Bananas: The riper your bananas are, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be. Look for bananas with lots of brown spots or even black skins.
• Don’t Overmix: Overmixing can lead to tough banana bread. Mix until just combined for a tender loaf.
• Storage: Store any leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

This delightful White Chocolate Banana Bread is not only easy to make but also a fantastic way for Kingston to explore his culinary creativity! Enjoy this sweet offering that perfectly combines two beloved flavors into one scrumptious loaf.