Recipes > Banana Date Bread Find A Store Banana Date Bread A rich loaf studded with dates and the full flavor of banana is sure to become a favorite. Yield 1 loaf Print Recipe Pin Recipe 0 Reviews Ingredients1/4 cup water (110-115°F)1 tablespoon Red Star Active Dry Yeast2 large eggs3/4 cup sliced bananas2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons packed brown sugar2 teaspoons table salt4 cups bread flour1/2 cup dates (chopped) InstructionsIn stand mixer bowl, combine warm water and yeast; let stand 10 minutes. Using a paddle attachment, stir in eggs, banana, oil, sugar, and salt; mix 30 seconds. Add 1-cup flour; beat 2 minutes.Switch to dough hook attachment. Gradually stir in dates and enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 to 7 minutes.(NOTE: For hand mixing: following above steps, mix ingredients in large mixing bowl using a wooden spoon or dough whisk. Knead on floured surface until smooth and elastic.)Place dough in lightly oiled bowl and turn to grease top. Cover; let rise until indentation remains after poking dough with finger down to second knuckle, about 1 hour.Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; punch down to remove air bubbles. To form a loaf, roll or pat into a 12×9-inch or 12×8-inch rectangle. Starting with shorter side, roll up tightly, pressing dough into roll with each turn. Pinch edges and ends to seal. Place in lightly greased 9×5-inch or 8½x4½- inch loaf pan. Cover; let rise until indentation remains after touching. Preheat oven to 375°F.Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from pan; cool on wire rack. NotesGet Bread Machine Method here. Photo by Cooking With Books. Did you make this recipe? We want to see it! Tag @redstaryeast and use hashtag #redstaryeast
