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Moist banana bread fresh out of the oven with ripe bananas and a golden crust.

Banana Nut Bread

This Banana Nut Bread is an easy and delicious recipe that transforms overripe bananas into a cozy treat packed with flavor and satisfaction.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces very ripe bananas, mashed Use bananas with brown spots for the best sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter (or neutral oil)
  • 1/2 cup sugar You can reduce to 1/3 cup if bananas are super sweet.
  • 1 piece egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Optional nuts for added flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Optional for added warmth.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mash the bananas, leaving a few small lumps if desired.
  3. Stir in the melted butter, then mix in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Sprinkle in the baking soda and salt, and mix until combined.
  5. Add the flour and stir just until you don't see any dry flour. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in the chopped nuts, if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool the loaf for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

If the top of the bread is getting too dark around the 40-minute mark, loosely cover it with foil to prevent it from drying out.