{"id":49073,"date":"2024-11-14T09:23:46","date_gmt":"2024-11-14T15:23:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/?p=49073"},"modified":"2024-11-14T09:23:47","modified_gmt":"2024-11-14T15:23:47","slug":"3-minute-microwave-banana-bread","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/3-minute-microwave-banana-bread\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Minute Microwave Banana Bread"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Make this quick and easy <strong>Microwave Banana Bread<\/strong> in a mug for a simple treat that&#8217;s ready in 3 minutes! This is a perfect way to use up over-ripe bananas and create a single-serving dessert or snack.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread.jpg\" alt=\"Finished microwave banana bread on a plate with a scoop of dulce de leche.\" class=\"wp-image-49085\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-122x183.jpg 122w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-424x636.jpg 424w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-848x1272.jpg 848w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-212x318.jpg 212w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-428x642.jpg 428w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-856x1284.jpg 856w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-214x321.jpg 214w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Microwave-Banana-Bread-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) calc((100vw - 40px) \/ 1.5), (max-width: 1280px) calc((100vw - 360px) \/ 1.5), 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-you-ll-love-this-banana-microwave-bread\">Why You&#8217;ll Love this Banana Microwave Bread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Craving a slice of warm banana bread, but don&#8217;t feel like baking an entire loaf? Try this super easy microwave mug cake recipe! It <strong>only takes a few minutes<\/strong> and results in a <strong>perfectly tender<\/strong> treat with the banana flavor you know and love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This recipe includes the option to add chopped walnuts to the batter and also shows you how to make a <strong>homemade caramel sauce<\/strong> for even more <strong>indulgent goodness<\/strong>. It&#8217;s especially great if you just have one banana that you need to use up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ripe Banana<\/strong>: Has the perfect amount of sweetness and tender texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Egg<\/strong>: Acts as a binding agent for your banana bread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All Purpose Flour<\/strong>: You could also use something like cake flour, but all purpose is what I usually have on hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Granulated Sugar<\/strong>: Just plain white sugar! This goes in the batter and you&#8217;ll also use it to make the homemade caramel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vanilla<\/strong>: For some warm and sweet flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Baking Powder<\/strong>: Helps give the banana bread a light and tender texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chopped Walnuts<\/strong>: These are optional but add a nice nutty crunch that pairs perfectly with the banana flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-microwave-banana-bread\">How to Make Microwave Banana Bread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a fork to mash a single <strong>banana<\/strong> in a bowl.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana.jpg\" alt=\"Using a fork to mash a banana in a white bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-49083\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-108x192.jpg 108w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-358x636.jpg 358w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-716x1272.jpg 716w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-179x318.jpg 179w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-361x642.jpg 361w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-722x1284.jpg 722w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-181x321.jpg 181w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Banana-150x267.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) calc((100vw - 40px) \/ 1.5), (max-width: 1280px) calc((100vw - 360px) \/ 1.5), 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crack an <strong>egg<\/strong> into the bowl and use the fork to combine with the mashed banana.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg.jpg\" alt=\"Combining egg with mashed banana in a mixing bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-49089\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-108x192.jpg 108w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-358x636.jpg 358w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-716x1272.jpg 716w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-179x318.jpg 179w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-361x642.jpg 361w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-722x1284.jpg 722w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-181x321.jpg 181w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Egg-150x267.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) calc((100vw - 40px) \/ 1.5), (max-width: 1280px) calc((100vw - 360px) \/ 1.5), 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add <strong>flour<\/strong> and <strong>sugar<\/strong>, then mix well.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour.jpg\" alt=\"Adding flour to mashed banana and egg.\" class=\"wp-image-49090\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-108x192.jpg 108w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-358x636.jpg 358w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-716x1272.jpg 716w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-179x318.jpg 179w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-361x642.jpg 361w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-722x1284.jpg 722w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-181x321.jpg 181w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Flour-150x267.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) calc((100vw - 40px) \/ 1.5), (max-width: 1280px) calc((100vw - 360px) \/ 1.5), 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pour in a splash of <strong>vanilla extract<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract.jpg\" alt=\"Pouring vanilla extract into microwave banana bread batter.\" class=\"wp-image-49092\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-108x192.jpg 108w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-358x636.jpg 358w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-716x1272.jpg 716w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-179x318.jpg 179w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-361x642.jpg 361w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-722x1284.jpg 722w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-181x321.jpg 181w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Vanilla-Extract-150x267.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) calc((100vw - 40px) \/ 1.5), (max-width: 1280px) calc((100vw - 360px) \/ 1.5), 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stir in the <strong>baking powder<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder.jpg\" alt=\"Adding baking powder to banana bread batter.\" class=\"wp-image-49082\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-108x192.jpg 108w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-358x636.jpg 358w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-716x1272.jpg 716w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-179x318.jpg 179w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-361x642.jpg 361w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-722x1284.jpg 722w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-181x321.jpg 181w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Baking-Powder-150x267.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) calc((100vw - 40px) \/ 1.5), (max-width: 1280px) calc((100vw - 360px) \/ 1.5), 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you&#8217;re using them, fold the <strong>chopped walnuts<\/strong> into the batter.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts.jpg\" alt=\"Crushing walnuts on a clean countertop.\" class=\"wp-image-49088\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-108x192.jpg 108w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-358x636.jpg 358w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-716x1272.jpg 716w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-179x318.jpg 179w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-361x642.jpg 361w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-722x1284.jpg 722w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-181x321.jpg 181w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Crushed-Walnuts-150x267.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) calc((100vw - 40px) \/ 1.5), (max-width: 1280px) calc((100vw - 360px) \/ 1.5), 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"7\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To make the caramel, combine <strong>sugar<\/strong> and <strong>water<\/strong> in your mug and microwave until it&#8217;s browned. Give the caramel a swirl to coat the inside of the mug.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2.jpg\" alt=\"Swirling caramel sauce around the bottom of a glass mug.\" class=\"wp-image-49087\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-108x192.jpg 108w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-358x636.jpg 358w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-716x1272.jpg 716w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-179x318.jpg 179w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-361x642.jpg 361w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-722x1284.jpg 722w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-181x321.jpg 181w, https:\/\/cdn.cupcakeproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Caramel-2-150x267.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 949px) calc((100vw - 40px) \/ 1.5), (max-width: 1280px) calc((100vw - 360px) \/ 1.5), 100vw\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"8\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spoon the batter into the mug with the caramel and microwave for 90 seconds to 2 minutes. Turn the banana bread out onto a dish and enjoy!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-expert-tips-for-banana-mug-cake\">Expert Tips for Banana Mug Cake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a toothpick to check for doneness. Insert into the center of the banana bread and if it comes out clean, it&#8217;s ready to eat!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooking time will vary pretty wildly depending on the size and power of your microwave. You might need to do a couple of test rounds before you find the perfect cooking time for your banana bread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure whatever glass or mug you use is sturdy, microwave safe, and able to withstand any sudden temperature changes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep a close eye on the sugar while it&#8217;s in the microwave. Once it reaches a rich amber color you can take it out. If you microwave it any further, it&#8217;s easy to burn the caramel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-variations-and-substitutions\">Variations and Substitutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Instead of walnuts in the batter, you could also add chocolate chips, cinnamon chips, peanut butter chips, crushed peanuts, or even a swirl of cinnamon sugar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top the banana bread with a dollop of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/what-is-dulce-de-leche\/\">dulce de leche<\/a><\/strong> for an extra decadent treat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dust the top of your banana bread with a bit of powdered sugar for added sweetness and presentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use another kind of extract like almond extract to slightly alter the flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feel free to use more or less sugar depending on how sweet you like your banana bread.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1731447219635\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why do you use ripe bananas for banana bread?<\/strong>
<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The riper bananas get, the sweeter they are! That&#8217;s why most banana bread recipes or other baked goods using bananas will call for ripe or overripe bananas. They&#8217;ll also be softer and easier to work with.<\/p>
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<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1731447227001\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What kind of flour is best for banana bread?<\/strong>
<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">All purpose white flour works just fine, but if you have something like whole wheat flour, almond flour, or oat flour, those will all work as well.<\/p>
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<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1731447479471\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why is my banana bread so dense?<\/strong>
<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">This is usually the result of overmixing the batter. Be sure to stir everything together until just combined. You may have a couple of lumps here and there, but if you try to mix until it&#8217;s perfectly smooth you might end up with tough banana bread.<\/p>
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5px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">This super easy Microwave Banana Bread is ready in minutes and features crunchy walnuts and a simple homemade caramel sauce for the perfect treat!<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tag-icon wprm-recipe-course-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" 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<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Breads, Dessert<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-prep-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M4.3,16.6l-2.2,2.2c-0.6,0.6-0.9,1.3-0.9,2.1c0,0.8,0.3,1.6,0.9,2.1s1.3,0.9,2.1,0.9c0.8,0,1.6-0.3,2.1-0.9l2.2-2.2L4.3,16.6z\"\/><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M22.6,5.4l-3.5-3.5c-1.1-1.1-2.6-1.8-4.2-1.8s-3.1,0.6-4.2,1.8l-8.4,8.4c-0.4,0.4-0.4,1,0,1.4l7.1,7.1C9.5,18.9,9.7,19,10,19c0,0,0,0,0,0c0.3,0,0.5-0.1,0.7-0.3L22.6,6.8C23,6.4,23,5.8,22.6,5.4z M9.2,14.6l-1.4-1.4l6.4-6.4l1.4,1.4L9.2,14.6z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">3<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-cook-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M9,9c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1V4c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S8,3.4,8,4v4C8,8.6,8.4,9,9,9z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M4,12c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1V7c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S3,6.4,3,7v4C3,11.6,3.4,12,4,12z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M14,12c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1V7c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1s-1,0.4-1,1v4C13,11.6,13.4,12,14,12z\"\/><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M23,14h-5H1c-0.6,0-1,0.4-1,1v3c0,1.7,1.3,3,3,3h13c1.7,0,3-1.3,3-3v-1h4c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1v-1C24,14.4,23.6,14,23,14z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">2<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-total-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M21,11h2.949C23.466,5.181,18.819,0.534,13,0.051V3h-2V0.051C5.181,0.534,0.534,5.181,0.051,11H3v2H0.051C0.534,18.819,5.181,23.466,11,23.949V21h2v2.949c5.819-0.484,10.466-5.13,10.949-10.949H21V11z M17,13h-5.535L6.613,5.723l1.664-1.109L12.535,11H17V13z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-servings-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M10,0C9.4,0,9,0.4,9,1v4H7V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S5,0.4,5,1v4H3V1c0-0.6-0.4-1-1-1S1,0.4,1,1v8c0,1.7,1.3,3,3,3v10c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V12c1.7,0,3-1.3,3-3V1C11,0.4,10.6,0,10,0z\"\/><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M19,0c-3.3,0-6,2.7-6,6v9c0,0.6,0.4,1,1,1h2v6c0,1.1,0.9,2,2,2s2-0.9,2-2V1C20,0.4,19.6,0,19,0z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-49076 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"49076\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">1<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-nutrition-icon wprm-recipe-calories-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><rect data-color=\"color-2\" x=\"21\" y=\"8\" fill=\"#333333\" width=\"3\" height=\"8\"\/><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M18,5H1C0.448,5,0,5.447,0,6v12c0,0.553,0.448,1,1,1h17c0.552,0,1-0.447,1-1V6C19,5.447,18.552,5,18,5z M11,12v4l-7-5l5,1V8l6,5L11,12z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">375<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-author-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path data-color=\"color-2\" fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M13,21h-2H5v2c0,0.6,0.4,1,1,1h12c0.6,0,1-0.4,1-1v-2H13z\"\/><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M18,4c-0.1,0-0.2,0-0.3,0c-0.8-2.3-3-4-5.7-4S7.2,1.7,6.3,4C6.2,4,6.1,4,6,4c-3.3,0-6,2.7-6,6c0,3,2.2,5.4,5,5.9V19h6v-4h2v4h6v-3.1c2.8-0.5,5-2.9,5-5.9C24,6.7,21.3,4,18,4z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
<span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cupcakeproject.com\/about\/\">Stefani<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe-49076-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-49076-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"49076\" data-servings=\"1\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;banana\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">banana<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;egg\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">egg<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tablespoons&#032;all purpose flour\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all purpose flour<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tablespoons&#032;granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;teaspoon&#032;vanilla\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vanilla<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;teaspoon&#032;baking powder\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baking powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;crushed walnuts&#032;optional\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">crushed walnuts<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">optional<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Caramel Sauce<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tablespoon&#032;granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tablespoon&#032;water&#032;or as much is needed to dissolve the sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">water<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or as much is needed to dissolve the sugar<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-49076-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-49076-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"49076\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-49076-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Mash the banana in a small mixing bowl.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-49076-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Mix in the egg until combined.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-49076-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add flour and sugar and mix.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-49076-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Pour in a splash of vanilla extract.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-49076-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Stir in the baking powder.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-49076-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In a microwave-safe mug, dissolve sugar in water. Heat for about 2 minutes, or until the mixture turns a deep amber color. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-49076-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove the mug from the microwave and swirl the caramel sauce around the sides.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-49076-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Spoon the banana bread batter into the mug and microwave again for 1 1\/2 to 2 minutes, or until a knife or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-video-container-49076\" class=\"wprm-recipe-video-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-video-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Video<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-video\"><div class=\"mv-video-target mv-video-id-bxqrpreqcnqps4oqjqso\" data-video-id=\"bxqrpreqcnqps4oqjqso\"   data-ratio=\"16:9\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-49076-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ul>\n<li>Microwave power and size varies, so you may have to alter the cooking times. Keep an eye on the caramel especially to make sure it doesn&#8217;t burn.<\/li>\n<li>Instead of walnuts, use chocolate chips, crushed peanuts, pecans, or just make a plain banana bread if you prefer.<\/li>\n<li>You can eat this banana bread right out of the mug, but I like to turn mine onto a separate dish and top with dulce de leche for a fun presentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-49076-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">375<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">76<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #000000\">0.02<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #000000\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #b52441\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #b52441\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span 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