Granny Sybil's Banana Bread

Experience the warm, nostalgic comfort of "Granny Sybil's Banana Bread," a timeless recipe that's perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. This classic banana bread is made with three ripe bananas for unmatched natural sweetness and moisture, while the combination of granulated and brown sugars creates a perfectly balanced caramelized flavor. A hint of cinnamon adds a cozy touch, and optional chopped walnuts or pecans bring a delightful crunch. With simple ingredients and just 15 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleasing loaf bakes to golden perfection in under an hour, filling your kitchen with its irresistible aroma. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or enjoy it as-is for a heartwarming treat. Ideal for using up ripe bananas, this easy banana bread recipe is destined to become a cherished family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large Ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Add the mashed bananas to the wet mixture, stirring until well combined.

Step 6

In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Step 7

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 8

If using nuts, gently fold them into the batter at this stage.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1125.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2942.1

Total Fat 103.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 502.7mg	0%
Sodium 2669.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 477.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 241.0g
Protein 53.8g	0%

Vitamin D 111.7IU	0%
Calcium 288.3mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 2267.2mg	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: 30.4%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 62.5%