Indulge in the tropical flavors of this delicious and moist magic mango bread. Made with fresh mangoes, this bread is bursting with sweet and tangy flavors. The magic happens when the mangoes caramelize during baking, creating a magical taste sensation. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast or as a dessert, this mango bread is sure to become a family favorite. It's easy to make and perfect for using up ripe mangoes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe mango (about 2 medium mangoes)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Add the mashed mango to the wet ingredients and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts and shredded coconut, if desired.
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Serve and enjoy!
