Grammy Nell's Banana Nut Bread

Savor the timeless comfort of Grammy Nell's Banana Nut Bread, a family-favorite recipe bursting with rich flavors and nostalgic charm. This classic loaf combines the natural sweetness of perfectly ripe bananas with the buttery crunch of chopped walnuts for a moist, tender texture that melts in your mouth. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking soda, and pure vanilla extract, this recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making it an easy go-to for breakfasts, snacks, or dessert. Baked to golden perfection in under an hour, each slice delivers a harmonious balance of flavor and texture, making it impossible to eat just one. Serve it warm with a pat of butter, or enjoy it on its own—either way, Grammy Nell’s Banana Nut Bread is guaranteed to become a treasured favorite in your home. Perfectly suited for both casual gatherings and cozy mornings, this recipe is a sure way to bring comfort to the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel the ripe bananas and smash them into a smooth puree in a mixing bowl using a fork or potato masher.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer or by hand.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 7

Fold the smashed bananas and chopped walnuts into the batter until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the banana nut bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1103.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3143.9

Total Fat 119.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 496mg	0%
Sodium 2595.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 490.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.1g	0%
Total Sugars 253.3g
Protein 56.3g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 179.9mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 2234.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 60.1%