Banana Bread Gets a Rice Cooker Makeover
Banana bread is a classic baking staple beloved by many, perfect for using up overripe bananas. But one chef suggests ditching the oven for a surprising appliance: the rice cooker. Chef and TikTok star Andy Hearnden, known as Andy Cooks, claims this method yields a "super moist" loaf in less time.
In a viral video, Andy demonstrates how to make banana bread using a rice cooker. He emphasizes that rice cookers are versatile and can handle more than just rice. The batter is prepared by mixing wet and dry ingredients, then poured into the greased rice cooker bowl. After setting the cooker to a normal cycle, the result is a moist, sugar-free banana bread.
How to Make Rice Cooker Banana Bread
To replicate Andy's recipe, gather the following ingredients: four overripe bananas, two eggs, 60ml milk, 120ml olive oil, a pinch of salt, one tsp ground cinnamon, one tsp baking powder, one tsp bicarbonate of soda, 50g rolled oats, 120g plain flour, and 110g wholemeal flour. Mash the bananas in a bowl, then add eggs, milk, and olive oil. Whisk in salt, cinnamon, baking powder, bicarb, oats, and both flours until just combined. Pour into a greased rice cooker bowl, sprinkle oats on top, and cook for one cycle. Let it rest for 10 minutes before cooling and serving with butter and honey.
The video has amassed over 2.6 million views, with viewers sharing their own rice cooker experiments. One user suggested substituting Greek yogurt for oil, while others praised the moist texture. If you're looking for a quick and innovative banana bread, this rice cooker method is worth trying.
