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Banana Nut Bread Recipe

I whip up this banana nut bread with ripe bananas, butter, sugar, egg, vanilla, baking soda, salt, flour, and walnuts. Bake it to golden perfection for a cozy, homemade treat.

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Banana Nut Bread is a classic comfort food that fills your home with a warm, inviting aroma. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, this recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the crunch of chopped walnuts. It's easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Let's get baking!

Name of the recipe: Banana Nut Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  4. Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix in.
  6. Add the flour and mix until just incorporated. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

What You Will Need

  • Ripe bananas: Provide natural sweetness and moisture, making the bread tender and flavorful.
  • Melted butter: Adds richness and a smooth texture, enhancing the overall taste.
  • Sugar: Sweetens the bread and helps create a tender crumb.
  • Egg: Binds ingredients together, giving structure and stability to the bread.
  • Vanilla extract: Infuses a warm, aromatic flavor that complements the bananas.
  • Baking soda: Leavens the bread, making it rise and become fluffy.
  • All-purpose flour: Provides the necessary structure and body to the bread.
  • Chopped walnuts: Add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor, balancing the sweetness.

Tools and Instruments Required

What tools/instruments will be needed to make Banana Nut Bread Recipe

  • Mixing bowl: Essential for combining ingredients smoothly without making a mess.
  • Fork: Perfect for mashing bananas to the right consistency.
  • Loaf pan: Gives the bread its shape and ensures even baking.
  • Oven: Bakes the bread to perfection, giving it a golden crust.
  • Wire rack: Allows the bread to cool evenly, preventing sogginess.
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Banana Nut Bread Recipe

A delicious and moist banana nut bread perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Loaf Pan
  • Oven

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions: 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  • Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  • Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  • Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix in.
  • Add the flour and mix until just incorporated. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
  • Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  • Bake for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes:

For a twist, you can add chocolate chips or dried fruits.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
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Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions

Make Ahead Instructions

  1. Prepare the batter as directed.
  2. Pour into a greased loaf pan.
  3. Cover tightly with plastic wrap.
  4. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
  5. When ready, bake as usual.

Freezing Instructions

  1. Let the baked bread cool completely.
  2. Wrap the loaf in plastic wrap.
  3. Place in a freezer-safe bag.
  4. Freeze for up to 3 months.
  5. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Using overripe bananas makes the banana nut bread sweeter and more flavorful because the natural sugars have fully developed.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ:
How ripe should the bananas be?
The riper, the better. Brown spots are perfect.
Can I use a different type of nut?
Absolutely. Pecans or almonds work well too.
Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, just substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.
How should I store the banana nut bread?
Keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Can I freeze the banana nut bread?
Yes, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.

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