Better Homes and Gardens Banana Bread
Indulge in the classic comfort of Better Homes and Gardens Banana Bread, a moist and flavorful treat that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. This easy-to-follow recipe combines ripe bananas with a hint of warm cinnamon, a touch of buttermilk for added tenderness, and the optional crunch of chopped walnuts or pecans. With just 15 minutes of prep time, the batter comes together effortlessly, blending pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown and granulated sugar, and melted butter. Baked to golden perfection in under an hour, this banana bread is as versatile as it is delicious, perfect for pairing with your morning coffee or serving as a cozy dessert. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, this timeless recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Keywords: banana bread recipe, moist banana bread, Better Homes and Gardens banana bread, easy banana bread, best banana bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cup buttermilk
- 2 units large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients from the medium bowl into the banana mixture. Stir gently just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the bread dense.
If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs attached.
Remove the loaf pan from the oven and allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Carefully transfer the bread from the pan to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your moist and delicious Better Homes and Gardens Banana Bread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.0 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.9 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 265 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 73 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.6 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 155.6 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 366 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
