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Banana bread is one of my family’s most requested desserts during the holiday season. The only negative aspect of banana bread is the tendency of the bread to sometimes be undercooked. Due to the wet ingredients such as eggs and bananas, the cooking for banana bread can sometimes result in a product that is soggy and wet in the middle while looking done on the outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a general rule, you can know that your banana bread is done when it has a golden brown color on the outside. Once golden brown, push a finger on top of the banana bread and let go. The banana bread should bounce back up to its original spot without leaving a dent.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Fortunately, there are multiple ways to tell if banana bread is done. If you end up making a mistake in the process, there are also a few easy ways to correct those mistakes. Banana bread is one of my family’s favorite foods, and I am happy to share my tips with you so that you can enjoy delicious and perfectly baked banana bread anytime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Know When My Banana Bread Is Done?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a general rule, you can use a toothpick to check if your banana bread is done. Stick a toothpick into the center of the banana bread and remove it. If there is dough on the toothpick, the banana bread is not done yet. If there is no dough on the toothpick, the banana bread is done.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The easiest way to tell if your banana bread is done is to check it with a toothpick.<\/strong> Always check at least three spots in the bread to determine doneness when using a toothpick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the bread is done, the toothpick should come out clean when you take it out.<\/strong> If the banana bread needs additional time, the toothpick will still have dough stuck on it when you remove it. If you don’t have any toothpicks available, you can substitute a knife for this method.<\/p>\n\n\n

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While I like to do my mixing by hand, I much rather prefer using a Stand Mixer instead.<\/strong> I recently wrote an article that talks about the 3 Best Stand Mixers<\/a><\/strong> that bakers can buy in each stage of their baking journey. After reviewing a few stand mixers, the Best Overall Mixer<\/strong> was the KitchenAid Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer.<\/a><\/strong> You can check out this stand mixer on Amazon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Happens If You Remove Your Banana Bread From the Oven Too Soon?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you undercook your banana bread, you will slice into it and discover a gooey center that easily falls apart. If the bread has been cooked long enough, it should be firm enough<\/strong> to handle without falling apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well-cooked banana bread should be solid enough to handle a slather of peanut butter,<\/strong> a spread of butter, or any other type of topping. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I like to top my banana bread with a spoonful of almond butter and the occasional handful of chocolate chips. If you make sure that your banana bread is cooked thoroughly,<\/strong> you will be able to indulge in delicious toppings, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

*Side Note:<\/strong> You might also want to know Can You Bake Cookies with Bread Flour.<\/strong> I recently wrote an article that talks about What To Expect When Baking Cookies with Bread Flour.<\/a><\/strong> You can check out this article here!<\/p>\n\n\n

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How to Check Banana Bread Is Done Without a Toothpick?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a whole, you can check if your banana bread is done by looking for it to have a caramel brown color along the edges. Once you press the top of the banana bread with your finger, it should bounce back up to its original spot without leaving a dent.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look at Your Banana Bread<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can check to see if your banana bread is done by looking at the tops and sides. A fully cooked banana bread will be a caramel brown color along the edges and sides.<\/strong> The center of the bread may have a light golden brown color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although you can check the doneness of the banana bread by looking at it,<\/strong> you also want to stick a toothpick into the center to verify that the banana bread is done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Touch Your Banana Bread<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can check your banana bread by gently pushing into the top of the bread. If the bread springs back when you remove your finger, it is done.<\/strong> If the indent stays in the bread after you have removed your finger, the banana bread needs to cook longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This method was difficult for me when I first started to cook. After I had experience baking banana bread, the method of using my sense of touch became much easier.<\/strong> If you are new at baking or simply unsure, you may wish to combine this method of checking your banana bread with the toothpick or thermometer method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

*By the way,<\/strong> you might also want to know How To Bake A Cake Without A Cake Pan.<\/a><\/strong> I recently wrote an article that talks about How To Bake A Cake If You Don’t Have A Cake Pan.<\/strong> You can find this article here!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can You Use a Thermometer to Check to See if Banana Bread Is Done?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a general rule, you can use a thermometer to check if your banana bread is done. Stick a digital baking thermometer into the middle of the bread and into the edges. Temperatures in the middle should be at least 205 degrees Fahrenheit, while the edges may be at least 200 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When should you use these methods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Which method is best:<\/strong> Toothpick or Thermometer? When I have included a lot of extras in my banana bread – such as chocolate chips, raisins, or walnuts, I will use a thermometer. For simpler recipes, I use a toothpick alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

*Side Note: <\/strong>I recently wrote an article that talks about How To Store All Types of Baking Yeast.<\/a><\/strong> This article breaks down exactly what you need to do to store your opened unused yeast<\/strong> to keep it fresh for longer. You can check out this article here!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Why Is Your Banana Bread Raw in The Middle?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a general rule, your banana bread will come out raw in the middle because you did not bake it long enough in the oven. Usually, you should bake the banana bread for 55 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. After, continue to check if the middle is done every 5 minutes until it is firm.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you follow a recipe and the banana bread still turns out raw, you may need to adjust one of the following factors to ensure that your banana bread does not come out raw:<\/p>\n\n\n\n