Description
Indulge in the warm, inviting aroma of Moist Banana Nut Bread, a delightful treat that transforms overripe bananas into a tender loaf filled with crunchy walnuts. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures each slice bursts with flavor and nostalgia. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or toasted with butter, it’s a heartwarming experience you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (toasted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in granulated sugar and eggs until well combined.
- Gently fold in flour, baking soda, and salt until just incorporated.
- Stir in chopped nuts and vanilla extract.
- Pour batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg