John's Banana Bread

Warm, sweet, and delightfully moist, John’s Banana Bread is the ultimate homemade treat that’s perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Made with three ripe bananas for natural sweetness and a hint of vanilla, this easy-to-make quick bread features a tender crumb accented by aromatic cinnamon. The addition of optional chopped walnuts adds a delightful crunch, though the bread is irresistibly good on its own. With just 15 minutes of prep and a single bowl for the wet ingredients, it’s the perfect recipe for bakers of all levels. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or enjoyed plain, this classic banana bread is comfort food at its finest. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly, meaning you can make it ahead for a delicious treat anytime!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 115 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 75 grams chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter and let it cool slightly. Add the melted butter to the bananas and mix well.

Step 4

Stir in the granulated sugar, large eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture, alternating with the milk. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 7

If desired, gently fold in the chopped walnuts for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your homemade banana bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1090.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3312.7

Total Fat 162.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 629.3mg	0%
Sodium 2434.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 440.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 198.3g
Protein 56.1g	0%

Vitamin D 93.0IU	0%
Calcium 246.3mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 2075.5mg	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: 42.4%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 51.0%