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Banana Nut Bread

Banana Nut Bread: A Cozy Delight for Any Occasion

This Banana Nut Bread transforms overripe bananas into a comforting loaf perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with whole wheat for healthier option
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg use sparingly to avoid overpowering flavor
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon increase for extra spice if desired
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda acts as a leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt reduce slightly if desired
  • 3 medium mashed bananas use very ripe bananas for best results
  • 0.5 cup salted butter can swap for unsalted for less salt content
  • 0.75 cup sugar brown sugar provides deeper flavor
  • 1 large egg use room temperature for best mixing
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract flavor enhancer
  • 0.75 cup chopped walnuts omit for nut-free version
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup chocolate chips replace half the nuts for sweeter variation
  • 0.5 cup shredded coconut add for extra chewy texture
  • 1 cup streusel topping a crumb topping for crunchy finish
  • 0.5 cup peanut butter for nutty twist in flavor

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8½ x 4½ inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gently add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and fold until just combined, being cautious not to overmix.
  5. Sprinkle in the chopped walnuts and carefully fold them into the batter until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the banana nut bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This banana nut bread is versatile and can be customized with various mix-ins or toppings to taste.

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