Kim's Banana Bread

Kim's Banana Bread is the ultimate homemade treat, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the warmth of cinnamon and a moist, buttery crumb. This classic recipe takes just 15 minutes of prep and bakes to golden perfection in about an hour, making it an easy yet rewarding addition to your baking repertoire. With the option to fold in crunchy walnuts for added texture, this banana bread strikes the perfect balance between sweet and nutty. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert, it's a versatile loaf you'll want to make again and again. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or toasted with a pat of butter, Kim's Banana Bread transforms humble pantry staples into a comforting classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium Ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Granulated 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
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray, then lightly flour it.

Step 2

Peel the ripe bananas and mash them in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Set aside.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Allow it to cool slightly before adding to the mashed bananas.

Step 4

Add the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana-butter mixture. Whisk until well combined.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Step 10

Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(974.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2726.5

Total Fat 101.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 496mg	0%
Sodium 2594.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 426.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 196.3g
Protein 51.2g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 185.3mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 1943.5mg	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: 32.3%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 60.5%