Grandmas Banana Nut Bread
Transport your taste buds back to cozy afternoons in Grandma’s kitchen with this timeless Banana Nut Bread recipe. Perfectly moist and brimming with rich, ripe banana flavor, this classic quick bread is elevated with the delightful crunch of chopped walnuts in every bite. Made with pantry staples like creamy butter, fluffy all-purpose flour, and a touch of vanilla, it’s the ultimate comfort food baked fresh. With just 15 minutes of prep and an hour in the oven, this easy-to-make treat is perfect as a breakfast indulgence, mid-day snack, or dessert. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or enjoyed on its own, Grandma’s Banana Nut Bread is a cherished family recipe you’ll find yourself making again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 4 medium-sized Ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Chopped walnuts
- Non-stick cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray or butter, and set it aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set the bowl aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each one is fully incorporated before adding the next. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Mix in the mashed ripe bananas and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture (flour, baking soda, and salt) to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing as it can lead to a dense bread texture.
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts using a spatula.
Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 168.3 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.8 g | 349% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 2605 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 504.4 g | 183% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.5 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 262.8 g | ||
| Protein | 57.7 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 2486 mg | 53% | |
*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.
