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Banana Nut Bread

This easy recipe turns overripe bananas into a delicious banana nut bread that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use overripe bananas for best flavor.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Can be substituted with coconut oil for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar Can substitute with honey for a healthier option.
  • 1 large egg, beaten For a vegan option, substitute with flaxseed meal.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped Can swap with pecans or seeds.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Optional: Add nutmeg for extra flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  4. Mix in the baking soda and salt. Then stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Mix in the flour, then fold in the walnuts and cinnamon until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan.
  2. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For serving, slice warm and add butter or pair with vanilla ice cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.