Banana Almond Raisin Bread

Banana is the most widely consumed fruit in the world and its grown in 107 countries. It can also be called as festive and divine fruit in India as it can be seen in all Indian festivals and gatherings. It is the most common fruit in all Indian poojas and served as 'prashadam'(gods offering). Its an Indian tradition that bananas will be offered to guests because of its divine nature). Its the last day of memorial day long weekend and its time to wave bye-bye to our friends and relatives. As an Indian tradition, we want to sweeten the day with banana taste. It came out very well and the long weekend ended up with good memories.

Ingredients

1. Self raising flour - 1 1/2 cup
2. Baking soda - 1/2 tsp
3. Almond - 4 tbsp
4. Raisin - 4 tbsp
5. Banana - 2(large)
6. Egg - 1(whole)
7. Brown sugar - 1 cup
8. Butter (unsalted) - 4 tbsp
9. Milk - 2 tbsp
10. Poppy seeds - 1 tbsp(optional)

Method

1. Preheat oven to 350F
2. Mix self raising flour, baking soda, almond and raisins in a bowl
3. Mash banana and liquefy with milk
4. Beat eggs with sugar thoroughly for 2-3 mts till the mixture becomes plump and blend it with butter
5. Pour the wet ingredients and banana to the flour mixture and blend till it mixes well
6. Gently sift the poppy seeds
7. Coat liberally the 9x9 inch cake pan with baking spray
8. Pour the mixture on the cake pan and bake first for 40 mts
9. Once it is over, again bake for 10-12 mts to get firm and crispy texture.

Serve it with tea and get a good applause for introducing a yummy banana recipe