"Searching for a different format for your banana bread? Cut these into oh-so-edible squares instead of your typical slices, and serve triple the people than your typical loaf of banana-laden bread. An additional bonus is the topping: lengthwise slices of bananas, brushed with honey for shine and sweetness, which compliments the copious amounts of warm spices redolent throughout the bread itself...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
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1 tablespoon plus one teaspoon ground cardamom
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1 teaspoon ground cloves
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2 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
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4 large eggs, at room temperature
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1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
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1/3 cup vegetable oil
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1 cup sour cream, at room temperature
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5 very ripe bananas, mashed, plus 5 bananas, cut lengthwise into thirds, for topping
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1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
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3/4 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
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3 tablespoons honey