Ugandan Banana Bread (ekyenda)

Ugandan Banana Bread, also known as Ekyenda, is a delicious and unique twist on the classic banana bread. Made with ripe bananas and a hint of warm spices, this bread is a popular snack or breakfast option in Uganda.

Ugandan Banana Bread (ekyenda)

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Sift in the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
3g
Fat
8g

Supplies

9x5 inch loaf pan Mixing bowls Measuring cups and spoons Sifter Wire rack

Tools

Oven Mixing spoon Oven mitts

Serving suggestions

Serve slices of Ugandan Banana Bread with a cup of hot tea or coffee for a delightful breakfast or snack.

Tips & tricks

For added texture and flavor, you can fold in a handful of chopped nuts or chocolate chips into the batter before baking.

Cost

$5