Brown Sugar Blueberry Banana Bread with Blueberry Butter

Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet blueberries and ripe bananas with this Brown Sugar Blueberry Banana Bread. This moist and flavorful bread is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. Topped with a luscious homemade blueberry butter, each bite is a burst of fruity goodness. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, this bread will quickly become a favorite in your home.

Ingredients

Blueberry Banana Bread:

• 1 large egg
• 6 ounces plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
• ½ cup liquid-state coconut oil (or canola/vegetable oil)
• ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
• ½ cup dark brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 to 2 teaspoons cinnamon, or to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, or to taste
• 1 to 1¼ cups mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large or 3 small/medium)
• 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch of salt, optional and to taste
• About 1½ cups frozen blueberries (keep them frozen; fresh may be substituted)

Blueberry Butter:

• ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), very well softened
• About ½ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen; if frozen, make sure they’re well-drained)

Instructions

Preheat and Prep:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray two 8×4-inch loaf pans with floured cooking spray, or grease and flour the pans; set aside.

Make the Banana Bread:

2. In a large bowl, add the egg, Greek yogurt, coconut oil, light brown sugar, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk to combine until smooth.
3. Add the mashed bananas and stir to incorporate.
4. Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and optional salt. Fold with a spatula or stir gently with a spoon until just combined. The batter will be extremely thick.
5. Gently fold in the blueberries with a spatula.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans, smoothing the tops lightly with a spatula and pushing it into corners and sides as necessary.
7. Bake for about 40 to 45 minutes (if using fresh berries, baking time may be reduced), or until the top is domed, golden, and the center is set. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs, but no batter.
8. Allow the bread to cool in the pans for about 15 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Make the Blueberry Butter:

9. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter and blueberries. Whip vigorously with a spoon to combine until smooth and creamy.

Serving Suggestions:

• Slice the cooled banana bread and serve with a generous spread of blueberry butter.
• For variations, try Strawberry Butter, Honey Butter, Cinnamon-Sugar Butter, or Vanilla Browned Butter Glaze.

Tips

• Ripeness Matters: Ensure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
• Don’t Overmix: Mix the batter until just combined to keep the bread tender.
• Keep Blueberries Frozen: If using frozen blueberries, keep them frozen until you add them to the batter to prevent the bread from becoming too soggy.
• Storage: Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. The blueberry butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week as well.

This Brown Sugar Blueberry Banana Bread with Blueberry Butter is a delicious way to use up ripe bananas and enjoy the sweet, juicy burst of blueberries in every bite. Enjoy this delectable treat any time of the day!