Blueberry Banana Bread

I’m still here! I haven’t abandoned this blog, even though I’ve been absent for a few months (you can always find me on Instagram). If you’re still here, too, thanks for sticking around. And if you’re new, welcome! I’m Bianca and I love food and travel (well, pre-pandemic travel). I think about dessert constantly.

Banana bread is one of my favorite things to make (top of the list is brownies) and while I won’t ever say no to a slice of the classic, this Blueberry Banana Bread might just be my newest baked good go-to. The fresh and juicy blueberries and the crunchy sugar-sprinkled top makes it seem like a cross between a blueberry muffin and banana bread. It’s the lovechild of two breakfast pastries.

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