Description

Indulge in the warm, comforting aroma of homemade banana nut bread. This delightful loaf combines overripe bananas and crunchy walnuts, creating a moist and fluffy texture that’s simply irresistible. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet afternoon treat, each slice offers a taste of nostalgia and joy. Whether you enjoy it fresh from the oven or toasted with butter, this banana nut bread is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

Scale

3 ripe bananas (mashed)
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (toasted)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
Mix in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Gently fold in chopped walnuts.
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Swap walnuts for pecans or add chocolate chips for extra flavor. Enhance with a sprinkle of cinnamon for an aromatic twist.