A yeast-raised, honey-sweetened
banana bread with dates.
Banana
Date Bread
- 1 (1/4-ounce) package
active dry yeast or 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water
3 1/2 cups bread flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup honey
1 large egg
1 medium banana, sliced
1 cup dates, chopped
- Dissolve yeast in warm
water.
- In a bowl combine flour,
salt, oil, honey, and egg. Stir in the yeast mixture and knead
to form a soft dough. Add sliced banana and chopped dates. Place
in a greased bowl, turning once to coat, cover, and allow to
rise until doubled; about 1 1/2 hours.
- Punch down; form in a
greased loaf pan, and allow to rise again; about 1 hour.
- Bake at 350°F
(175°C) for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is browned.
Makes 1 loaf.
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