I always had Banana Bread in the fridge at the palace for emergencies

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  • Опубліковано 4 чер 2024
  • Banana bread is the most searched for recipe on the internet. Everyone has their own recipe and in this video I am sharing mine. The banana bread I cooked for The Queen.
    This delicious recipe stays moist in the fridge due to the dried fruit and the crunchy nuts take it to the next level. I've been making this recipe for over 30 years now and honestly it's still my favorite... for breakfast, brunch and of course afternoon tea... slathered in salted butter of course!
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    Heres the recipe...
    (Makes 1 loaf)
    8oz self rising flour
    ¼ tsp salt
    4 oz unsalted butter
    6 oz sugar
    4 oz golden raisins
    1 oz chopped walnuts
    2 oz cherries
    1 tsp vanilla bean paste
    2 eggs
    1lb ripe bananas
    Grease and line a loaf tin with parchment.
    Rub the butter into the flour and salt, Add the sugar, walnuts, raisins and cherries. Make a well, crack the eggs into the center.
    Mash the bananas, add to the eggs and vanilla paste and mix well. Add to the flour mix and stir until combined.
    Winstons banana bread recipe...
    2 slices of bread
    1 banana
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  • @Darren_McGrady
    @Darren_McGrady  3 роки тому +195

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      @helsingor8 3 роки тому +13

      just one request - ignore the comments that state that Winston is not necessary - Winston is cute :)

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      @sofiav2805 3 роки тому +2

      Opinions on “Megxit”

    • @jadebell550
      @jadebell550 3 роки тому

      Such a treat and honor to have you to ourselves her on UA-cam.. 🙏 chef ..
      Does Sir Winston have a living breathing brother /friend that stays with you and family at home .. while Winston guards the kitchen??

    • @jaehaspels9607
      @jaehaspels9607 3 роки тому

      Are there any foods you don't like? If so, how do you work w/ ingredients you don't like? I don't care how bananas are cooked, baked or served, I still hate them.

    • @adityas3587
      @adityas3587 3 роки тому

      Hi Darren

  • @francescat7298
    @francescat7298 3 роки тому +521

    My cooking skills:
    Expectation: Darren
    Reality: Winston

    • @DustyShedGarage
      @DustyShedGarage 3 роки тому +9

      me too ;(

    • @threetreasures7698
      @threetreasures7698 3 роки тому +4

      This is me too! 😄. But i will steel myself and carry on... baking and cooking. Thanks to Chef!

    • @jomac841
      @jomac841 3 роки тому +1

      😂 same! I’m a pretty good baker but cooking? Not so much lol

  • @christinaoconnor1523
    @christinaoconnor1523 11 місяців тому +2

    One of Winston's best performances - uh, I mean cooking demonstrations - I've seen! I LOVE WINSTON!!!!

  • @generalwashburn5342
    @generalwashburn5342 3 роки тому +92

    I love banana bread as much as Darren loves his vanilla bean paste.

  • @jaehaspels9607
    @jaehaspels9607 3 роки тому +239

    Don't ever get rid of Winston. Your interactions w/ him are the cutest thing ever.

    • @hijodelaisla275
      @hijodelaisla275 3 роки тому +15

      I hold the opposing viewpoint.

    • @brianhiggins3090
      @brianhiggins3090 3 роки тому +10

      @@hijodelaisla275 I agree I think it's absolutely stupid.!

    • @shawkins79
      @shawkins79 3 роки тому +6

      It’s so wholesome!

    • @matildabishops9196
      @matildabishops9196 3 роки тому +5

      @@brianhiggins3090 ..You must be a Prune in Life!

    • @sherryd3299
      @sherryd3299 3 роки тому

      Stupid and irritating. I just want a cooking lesson, not watch an old make play make believe with a stuffed toy.

  • @crying2emoji5
    @crying2emoji5 2 роки тому +14

    As an American, I just wanted to say I genuinely appreciate you explaining that well bread joke 😂😂😂

  • @jerotoro2021
    @jerotoro2021 3 роки тому +6

    Best trick I use is to add a very ripe mashed pear. It doesn't taste much like pear when it's done, but it intensifies the banana taste and makes it really moist.

  • @XcaliburReborn
    @XcaliburReborn 3 роки тому +14

    I remember my grandad telling me a story of the first time he saw bananas sold in the UK.
    They were very rare when he was young and weren't nearly as readily available as they are now. As a result, many people never saw or tasted one. Because of this, they didn't know how to peel it so he recalled watching lots of people biting into bananas, skin and all!

    • @kirbyculp3449
      @kirbyculp3449 Рік тому +2

      Sergie Sputnikoff on the Ushanka Show channel has some funny stories about bananas in the Soviet Union.

    • @phlogistanjones2722
      @phlogistanjones2722 9 місяців тому

      @@kirbyculp3449 I truly enjoy his channel.

  • @barbedwire_lace2160
    @barbedwire_lace2160 3 роки тому +8

    I'm 66 years old. Born and raised in Texas. Been making and eating banana bread all my life. I've never seen another fruit added.

    • @ChoochooseU
      @ChoochooseU 3 роки тому

      That was my comment as well.

    • @jeffmorse645
      @jeffmorse645 3 роки тому +1

      Only have walnuts in mine. Banana nut bread. I'm sure extra fruit would be good too.

    • @gillyweedniharry
      @gillyweedniharry 3 роки тому

      Who knows why the queen wanted it this way. 🤷

  • @andreawhite7112
    @andreawhite7112 3 роки тому +14

    I have made this about 4 times now and substituted apricots for the raisins and dried cranberries for the cherries only because I was out of those items. This is simple and delicious and everyone I give it to wants more and more! Thanks Darrin!

  • @leventlevent399
    @leventlevent399 3 роки тому +138

    The only chef I watch for his own character... The recipies are great but your personality distracts me and I like to listen to your words and beautiful English... Greetings from Syria...

    • @imlost19
      @imlost19 3 роки тому +2

      classic british cooking. distract you from the bland cooking with wit and charm

    • @IBalegeri
      @IBalegeri 3 роки тому +3

      Me too.....hello from UAE and Romania!

  • @Ktjeeper79
    @Ktjeeper79 3 роки тому +13

    I consider myself an American Anglophile and adore the Queen (and share a birthday with her!). I found your channel after watching lovely videos of Her Majesty and the family. Your sense of humor and quirkiness set you apart from just your “average Joe” chef. Your stories are endearing and so special. I love the one about you running from the corgis. 🤣 Thank you for your channel, chef.

    • @Ktjeeper79
      @Ktjeeper79 3 роки тому +2

      I forgot my question! Where could I find the gorgeous mixing bowl you use?

  • @jackieellenbarnes1268
    @jackieellenbarnes1268 3 роки тому +165

    You and Winston together is a Hoot. 😅

  • @giasminbern1623
    @giasminbern1623 3 роки тому +2

    I always add coconut to my banana bread delicious!!!!

  • @jadebell550
    @jadebell550 3 роки тому +113

    Chef.. Have you made the Queens fruit cake before? Would you consider making one for us and telling us about it’s history?? As it’s almost Christmas 🎄 time and that’s the best time for fruit cake.. thank you chef..
    Cooking with Winston is fun. Love his version of banana in the bread 😆 🐾🍌

    • @Darren_McGrady
      @Darren_McGrady  3 роки тому +64

      The video is coming up Jade :)

    • @jadebell550
      @jadebell550 3 роки тому +10

      @@Darren_McGrady oh perfect. That’s something I’d like to make and know more about it and the Queen serving it and why they serve it etc.. and doesn’t she mail slices of it out after it sets for half a decade? .. an have you had any of her fruit cake??
      I hope Winston makes one to 😉😆😆 .. 🐾💕🐾

  • @user-hf8xr2in5v
    @user-hf8xr2in5v 3 роки тому +7

    That "banana counter" edit made me laugh like an insane goat😂😭😂😭😂😭

  • @gaylebrown5216
    @gaylebrown5216 3 роки тому +1

    That mixing bowl is from depression days. They are wonderful. Watch for auctions - old farm auctions - to get one.

  • @maxallen7979
    @maxallen7979 3 роки тому +6

    This guy is the grandad/great uncle with ounces of wisdom

  • @wtiffany2010
    @wtiffany2010 3 роки тому +4

    Mine just came out the oven and it is the best! It’s the third time I’ve made it - it’s that good!
    Two suggestions and tweaks I’ve discovered while experimenting:
    -100g instead of 170g sugar. I found that the dried fruit and overripe bananas add lots of sweetness and prefer for them to not be overpowered by the sugar
    -100g Frozen whole cherries instead of dried cherries - the moisture added and flavor is spectacular. It was slightly on the dry side without the moisture of the frozen cherries

  • @nolantwardy2081
    @nolantwardy2081 3 роки тому +6

    These videos are so calming after a long day of work

  • @jencrecelius3565
    @jencrecelius3565 3 роки тому +20

    Such an interesting banana bread with the extra fruits! My old standby is my grandmother's 1960 Ladies Home Journal Cookbook recipe. So easy and do it sometimes in a loaf, sometimes in muffins, but so good :)

  • @ajdexter4195
    @ajdexter4195 3 роки тому +41

    Banana bread is one of the dishes I need to make for my exams, under the cakes, biscuits and scone Category, I Will be sure to try this recipe, perfect timing thank you Chef!

    • @ytrewqfdsacxz3181
      @ytrewqfdsacxz3181 3 роки тому +1

      Did you pass?

    • @ajdexter4195
      @ajdexter4195 3 роки тому +1

      @@ytrewqfdsacxz3181 I’m still waiting to do my exams because of covid it’s taking sooo long

    • @ytrewqfdsacxz3181
      @ytrewqfdsacxz3181 3 роки тому

      @@ajdexter4195 damn that sucks

    • @judahgordon6213
      @judahgordon6213 2 роки тому

      @@ajdexter4195 how bout now

    • @ajdexter4195
      @ajdexter4195 2 роки тому +2

      @@judahgordon6213 literally got an exam tomorrow haha 🤞🏻

  • @SSSSongbird
    @SSSSongbird 3 роки тому +101

    Never had raisins or cherries in my banana bread. Interesting

    • @cyyou2090
      @cyyou2090 3 роки тому +2

      It’s delicious

    • @nancypaap2897
      @nancypaap2897 3 роки тому +17

      I add walnuts and dark chocolate chips...YUM!

    • @alyssapebenito1154
      @alyssapebenito1154 3 роки тому +1

      I never made one i always buy

    • @BetsyH
      @BetsyH 3 роки тому +4

      I add blue berries to mine sometimes.

    • @jeffmorse645
      @jeffmorse645 3 роки тому +5

      @@nancypaap2897 Chocolate and banana (and walnuts) go together well. I bet its great.

  • @balmaur5826
    @balmaur5826 3 роки тому +16

    I love some Banana bread. This one is very different from the kind my southern mother makes but still looks very good. She adds more kinds of nuts and less of the dried fruit. It's really hard to mess up Banana Bread. Another fun one I like is Pumpkin Bread this time of year. With toasted pumpkin seeds on top. It reminds me of Pumpkin Pie only with the texture of Banana bread.

    • @kirbyculp3449
      @kirbyculp3449 Рік тому +1

      Walnuts are an excellent addition, and pecans.

  • @harrisonbates559
    @harrisonbates559 3 роки тому +11

    This is my favorite UA-cam channel. Thank you, Winston & Darren!

  • @Valerie-xn9kg
    @Valerie-xn9kg 2 місяці тому

    Banana bread looks really good 👍 I will have to try this recipe. I tried your shortbread recipe It was amazing. I made It as a gift for my Son, as he loves shortbread. It went down a treat. Thank you for sharing your lovely recipes. Valerie.

  • @susangarayar9442
    @susangarayar9442 Рік тому +1

    Winston is just absolutely a talent in your kitchen

  • @Begining2013
    @Begining2013 3 роки тому +2

    I love Winston! And the well-bred joke! Hahaha! This channel is the nurturing comfort I need right now in my life.

  • @BoshSoldierCarp
    @BoshSoldierCarp 3 роки тому +332

    The corgi thing is so dumb but makes me laugh every time

    • @Barnacleification
      @Barnacleification 3 роки тому

      mlhem

    • @Barnacleification
      @Barnacleification 3 роки тому +1

      bork

    • @SoCaliana
      @SoCaliana 3 роки тому +10

      The first time I watched his videos was the market one. He said I've a dog at home. Hmm ok. Then I saw the "dog". I was like "on noes"! LOL

    • @helsingor8
      @helsingor8 3 роки тому +34

      Darren and Winston are adorable

    • @ScreamOG1
      @ScreamOG1 3 роки тому

      Bork

  • @leahsayowet2640
    @leahsayowet2640 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing another simple how to make banana bread

  • @pamelakelly8588
    @pamelakelly8588 3 роки тому +1

    Looks like Winston created a new dish, perhaps....Banana in the Hole?! New subscriber from the States ~very fun channel! I'm (sort of) trying Queen Elizabeth R's Fish and Chips, with oven frying the chips, too:). I've used the Joy of Cooking banana bread recipe for years. Your hand-mixing of the butter and use of golden raisins and dried cherries looks quite luscious ~ Wisconsin-appropriate, which is where I live (cherries are prolific in Door County; lots of ctanberries in western WI, which might also be tasty!). Thank you so much for sharing your unique and fascinating stories and expertise!

  • @marilou862
    @marilou862 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you! Funnily enough I made this yesterday but just bananas and walnuts. It’s so good ( even if I do say so myself!). 😊👍

  • @shellyrae9281
    @shellyrae9281 3 роки тому +7

    Dried cherries in banana bread? I can't wait to try it. Sounds like the perfect addition!

    • @deendrew36
      @deendrew36 6 місяців тому

      Did you ever try it? I think dried cherries sounds like a fantastic addition!

  • @guille737
    @guille737 3 роки тому +2

    Enjoying your videos from Cancún 🇲🇽.
    Living in Poland 🇵🇱 and working from Madrid 🇪🇸 .
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  • @jackieellenbarnes1268
    @jackieellenbarnes1268 3 роки тому +8

    I’m SO glad I found your Channel.

  • @donnabaardsen5372
    @donnabaardsen5372 3 роки тому +7

    New subscriber here, Darren. LOVE your video's, recipe's, and Royal Family tidbits. And, I absolutely love England, especially London. Have spent a good deal of time there. Am a huge fan of all things British, and am so glad to have discovered you on UA-cam🥰

  • @musicmad67
    @musicmad67 3 роки тому +6

    These are better cooking shows than cooking shows 🤣

  • @lauraannbrooks3810
    @lauraannbrooks3810 Рік тому

    Always a pleasure watching your channel, even at 1:35 am!!! Love you Winston, too!
    Laura from So Cal, USA.

  • @anoushkaarmstrong7673
    @anoushkaarmstrong7673 3 роки тому +1

    i agree with you about the black bananas being the best for banana bread !! When i have extra, i freeze them and they keep on ripping there, i keep all the juice when they thaw..... i love adding raisins, nuts and even coconut in it at times !! i made it for years with butter ( my fountain pen scribed recipe was all blotched) until i ate an even better slice than mine and switched to oil to this day ( and i still have my turquoise ink recipe in my book ;-) ) yum yummy !! I'm too lazy and thrifty for the parchment paper, yet it's a good idea !! merci !! oh, some like choc chips in it too~

  • @Kimbermoi
    @Kimbermoi 3 роки тому +12

    This is one of my favourite comfort foods. I was surprised to learn it could keep so long! Hooray! Stay safe. 🇨🇦🙋‍♀️🤗

    • @kramnancy1411
      @kramnancy1411 Рік тому

      i believe there is a mistake he said you can keep it in the fridge for 3 months but actually its the FREEZER that you can keep it for 3 months

  • @ginasellers3207
    @ginasellers3207 3 роки тому +2

    I laughed out loud and Winston's banana bread. 😆
    Your banana bread looked scrumptious. Thank you for sharing the recipe with us.

  • @glindathegood4007
    @glindathegood4007 3 роки тому +7

    We save the stale banana bread and make French Toast, Dubble Yummy.

  • @joseph6948
    @joseph6948 3 роки тому +1

    Mr. McGrady you are doing the world a great service educating the public on fine food recipes, Thanks!

  • @LadyC7872
    @LadyC7872 3 роки тому +3

    The queen needs my family’s recipe.... the world might be a better place if only.

  • @gabbi_fnacct0172
    @gabbi_fnacct0172 Рік тому

    I LOVE WINSTON & chef Darren! chef Darren is so positive

  • @filmcrew3531
    @filmcrew3531 3 роки тому +4

    Simply my favorite. I like mixing carrot in it also so I have banana carrot cake!

  • @julialynn6728
    @julialynn6728 2 роки тому +1

    Banana Bread is an awesome simple bread to always have made. Good for company, or breakfast, 😍

  • @enidrobson3385
    @enidrobson3385 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks very much for the recipe Darren, that banana bread looks delicious.

  • @Jubilee-Livy
    @Jubilee-Livy 3 роки тому +1

    Winstons so cheeky....
    Another great video ......
    Thank you

  • @lalAlyssa
    @lalAlyssa 3 роки тому +6

    This is sooo good! and Winston is so adorable! please keep on doing more

  • @whywarthog
    @whywarthog 3 роки тому +4

    Winston back at it again with the banter, you love to see it

  • @madelynlego1892
    @madelynlego1892 3 роки тому +1

    You made my day today and are such an inspiration to always see the bright side of life through cooking!!

  • @suzanneandersen7319
    @suzanneandersen7319 3 роки тому +2

    I just love your videos Darren, they are fun, informative and everything looks absolutely delicious!

  • @khinglue7445
    @khinglue7445 5 місяців тому

    My family really love this banana bread. Thank you so much for the recipe ❤

  • @ghenyh2013
    @ghenyh2013 3 роки тому +4

    your videos are amazing! I love the way you explain things as well! you deserve more recognition!!

  • @cindyantonio349
    @cindyantonio349 3 роки тому +3

    Used your parchment paper idea to make my 10 loaves of cranberry bread this year. It worked wonderful! So easy since I only have 4 pans.

  • @claravela3330
    @claravela3330 2 роки тому +1

    I love Winston.
    Delicious Banana bread.

  • @nnnnnnnnnnn7292
    @nnnnnnnnnnn7292 2 роки тому

    I needed some good feelings before I started baking my banana cake.
    Coming to this page provides these calm and warm emotions plenty fully. Off I go, thank you!!! 🌸🌸🌸

  • @suzen-8992
    @suzen-8992 Рік тому +1

    I am SO happy I discovered your channel. Delicious recipes… and you and Winston are adorable! Already purchased one cookbook (loving it) and about to order another. Thank you, Chef!

  • @jonas1333
    @jonas1333 3 роки тому +40

    Did you improve the audio quality? If so sounds great :D

  • @simonba9944
    @simonba9944 3 роки тому +2

    Looks scrumptious. Thank you for the recipe. 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @gracecorrado7385
      @gracecorrado7385 3 роки тому +1

      I would love the recipient I love banana bread

  • @mercurial5810
    @mercurial5810 3 роки тому

    Love your sense of humor

  • @kathynorris8020
    @kathynorris8020 2 роки тому

    Looks Yummy! Thanks for sharing!

  • @goa1236
    @goa1236 Рік тому +1

    I just made this recipe (minus the raisins and walnuts) and it was delicious! Thanks so much Darren!

  • @minamartin2573
    @minamartin2573 3 роки тому +1

    It looks delicious, thanks for the hint on very ripe bananas!😉👍

  • @gwenshelley7698
    @gwenshelley7698 3 роки тому

    OOO I love your videos!!! And the recipes!!!

  • @paump7895
    @paump7895 3 роки тому +3

    Mr. You are the highlight of my 2020

  • @alishamartin4442
    @alishamartin4442 3 роки тому +1

    I have several banana bread recipes and I believe I’ll add this one as well Winston is adorable!!!

  • @lesliebarnard1997
    @lesliebarnard1997 Рік тому +1

    I love you and your recipes sound wonderful. They also sound relatively easy to make and that’s incredibly helpful and inspiring. I think that I can make some of the favorite dishes of the Queen makes me feel wonderful.

  • @mkivy
    @mkivy 3 роки тому

    Make banana bread all the time. It’s my grandmas recipe from Scotland. How I miss Nan....

  • @CatsPajamas23
    @CatsPajamas23 3 роки тому +10

    ...you had me at "cherries".

  • @sir_kyber
    @sir_kyber 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you for your wonderful recipe, Darren! I hope you're doing well

  • @vibhabhalla
    @vibhabhalla 3 роки тому +1

    Can smell the aroma from miles! Respect!

  • @ellencraig2558
    @ellencraig2558 Рік тому

    Hi Darren! I just found you on You tube! I absolutely love your recipes and can’t wait to try your royal banana bread! I think my family and friends here in Tyler, TX will love it!

  • @ndurrett808
    @ndurrett808 3 роки тому +2

    OMGoodness!!!!! In most banana recipes, especially here in the US, it is wet combined into the dry then baked. You did something completely different here. It was almost as if you were making biscuits/scones???? Very unique for us in america. I have to tell you that I cannot wait to create this banana bread. it looks absolutely delicious!!!!!

  • @lynns8057
    @lynns8057 3 роки тому +1

    I can't wait to try this recipe. I have never seen raisins added to banana bread,but I love golden raisins, so I will add them to my new banana bread recipe - courtesy of you. 💜💙💜

  • @ceacu52
    @ceacu52 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much for yours receives, and your language is perfecto too to learn my English. Regards from Madrid (Spain)

  • @ChoochooseU
    @ChoochooseU 3 роки тому +1

    @4:04 is where most Americans go “nooooooo!!!”
    😉 generally, raisins aren’t in our style of banana bread but I think it sounds good.
    I think the most common American addition to it are walnuts or pecans.
    One of the best tips I’ve ever come across is to use 4-5 bananas and to cut down on the moisture, you simmer the bananas once mashed till they evaporate about 1/2 the liquid- makes a very rich banana flavour as well as I brown the butter before adding.

  • @alekmayhew1433
    @alekmayhew1433 3 роки тому

    Love your videos keep them coming. 🤗

  • @zazu8781
    @zazu8781 3 роки тому +1

    I’ll Definitely try this recipe, love your style 💕

  • @JimmyGrl09
    @JimmyGrl09 3 роки тому

    Delicious!!!

  • @movingpicutres99
    @movingpicutres99 3 роки тому +5

    Really enjoying your videos. Have you ever tried Zucchini bread? A great way to use up an abundance of zucchini’s/courgettes. Like banana bread but with walnuts. Then there is carrot cake....

  • @loinozhimo8442
    @loinozhimo8442 3 роки тому +1

    He is really humble🤩 and also my banana cake came perfect thank you chef🤗

  • @Harrrgh
    @Harrrgh 3 роки тому

    Mmmm, you can't go wrong with a good banana bread unhand. Thank you so much for the recipe.

  • @verginiaivanova5574
    @verginiaivanova5574 3 роки тому

    Darren, prepared it today, really fantastic!!

  • @sharonhoang
    @sharonhoang 3 роки тому +3

    I hope Winston's cousin enjoyed his banana bread! I see Winston takes the easy way out!

  • @SummerofKittyLove
    @SummerofKittyLove 3 роки тому

    I like his hustle. 👍

  • @marybethjones5571
    @marybethjones5571 3 роки тому

    Fresh, home baked banana bread smells like heaven & tastes Even better!

  • @PJ-sh3nh
    @PJ-sh3nh 3 роки тому +3

    secondary comment: I live in Montreal. We have a renowned hotel "The Queen Elizabeth". They make a banana bread that is pretty famous, the chef that put it on the menu, had cooked for the royal family while they were touring Canada and he served this banana bread. (it's all in a book about the history of the Queen Elizabeth Hotels cafe, The Beaver Club) the recipe sounds ridiculous, but is the best banana bread I have ever had...I'll post it here (take a look at the amount of baking soda, haha, but it works like a charm), my Father-in-Law taught me a trick with it I use half cup of creme fraiche and half cup of buttermilk, makes the bread taste so much better:
    1 pound (about 4) very ripe bananas
    2 1/4 cups sugar
    7 teaspoons baking soda (I am not kidding 7tsp. is correct!!!)
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    4 eggs
    3 1/4 cups flour
    1 cup buttermilk (you can sour normal milk with either vinegar or lemon juice)
    1/2 cup vegetable oil

    • @gloriajoyannelukman65
      @gloriajoyannelukman65 3 роки тому

      Adding too much baking soda to a cake will make it bitter. Are you sure it's 3.5 tbsp?

  • @wirralchap
    @wirralchap Рік тому +1

    Looks fantastic Darren,will have a go at baking this 😊❤️

  • @TheLonelyMoon
    @TheLonelyMoon 3 роки тому

    What a wholesome individual, I need and must subscribe

  • @kristinesalazar1005
    @kristinesalazar1005 Рік тому

    Love the Winston jokes

  • @chiragpradhan
    @chiragpradhan Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing this recipe. It turned out moist, soft and delicious. Adding cherries was a good idea. I swapped the walnuts with pecan nuts as I had run out of walnuts, but it still tasted great.

  • @melive2ski
    @melive2ski 3 роки тому +1

    My mom has this cookbook and has been making everything from it and bringing it to me and my husband. I’ve been craving this since I had it last week. I need to make my own and stash it in the fridge.

  • @elizabethhanson3258
    @elizabethhanson3258 2 роки тому

    I have enjoyed your video on making Bahnahnah Bread. I shall try your recipes once I find that vanilla bean paste. Thank you and Winston too

  • @vasyanikolayev2813
    @vasyanikolayev2813 3 роки тому

    Gorgeous! Thank you)

  • @dannettepeters1507
    @dannettepeters1507 3 роки тому

    Oh YUM. I'm going to make this for New Years! Bet it's wonderful with Earl Grey tea, too.

  • @julejustjule
    @julejustjule 3 роки тому +1

    I am in love with you chef and your videos! I have never had cherries in my banana bread but I love blueberries in it. Greetings from Canada. 💖🍁

  • @impy695
    @impy695 3 роки тому +10

    Where is Winston's banana bread recipe?!? It looked delicious!

  • @sirin5816
    @sirin5816 3 роки тому

    Your videos are so fun to watch :)