Why does my banana bread taste bland?

Table of Contents:

1. Why does my banana bread taste bland?
2. Why does my banana bread taste gummy?
3. Can I fix undercooked banana bread?
4. What happens when you over mix banana bread?

Why does my banana bread taste bland?

Sometimes I find banana bread can taste bland, or be tough. ... First, there's 2 eggs and it's a banana bread with sour cream. Eggs are great for adding moisture and sour cream acts as the ultimate shield against dry baked goods. Then to keep the crumb tender and not tough, be VERY careful not to over mix your batter.

Why does my banana bread taste gummy?

You overmix the batter. For soft and tender banana bread, gently stir the wet ingredients into the dry — don't overmix! The more you stir, the more gluten will develop. The result will be a tough, rubbery banana bread. Simply stir until moist, and then do no more.

Can I fix undercooked banana bread?

In most situations, an undercooked loaf of bread can be fixed by returning it to the oven for a few more minutes. ... Place the loaf back in a preheated oven at 350° F for 10-20 minutes. You can tent the bread loosely with foil to prevent it from browning further, if that's a concern.

What happens when you over mix banana bread?

The more you mix your banana bread batter, the more gluten is developing in the bread – which is great for a yeast-risen, chewy loaf, but not so great when you're hoping for a tender, soft quick bread. An overmixed banana bread batter will result in a dense, rubbery loaf.