Although you may be most familiar with frangipane in an almond croissant, it pairs wonderfully with a classic banana bread. A whisper of cherry from the almond extract creates a rich, fruit-forward flavor, and a sprinkling of sliced almonds on top provides contrasting crunch.
1/4 cup (57 grams) unsalted butter, room temperature (68°F/20°C to 72°F/22°C)1/2 cup (48 grams) superfine almond flour1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar2 tablespoons (16 grams) all-purpose flour1 large egg white (30 grams), room temperature1/2 teaspoon almond extract1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, room temperature (68°F/20°C to 72°F/22°C)1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar1 large egg (50 grams), room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract1 1/4 cups (300 grams) mashed ripe banana (about 3 medium bananas)1 3/4 cups (219 grams) all-purpose flour1 tablespoon (15 grams) baking powder1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 cup (120 grams) plain whole Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons (21 grams) sliced almonds
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