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Easy Homemade Banana Nut Bread Recipe

This Banana Nut Bread is a warm, comforting treat! Moist and flavorful, it's perfect for breakfast or a snack!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Nut Bread:
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 to 3 medium bananas)
  • 1/3 cup softened butter
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 units eggs
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (pecans are recommended)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Loaf pan
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Baking Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Grease your 9x5 inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
  4. Step 4: In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Add the softened butter, milk, and eggs to the mashed bananas. Whisk until well combined.
  6. Step 6: Pour the wet banana mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined.
  7. Step 7: Fold in the chopped nuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  8. Step 8: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with your spatula.
  9. Step 9: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-65 minutes.
  10. Step 10: Once baked, let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • Store the banana nut bread at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze the bread wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw frozen bread in the fridge overnight or at room temperature.