My Granny's Banana Bread
Packed with nostalgic charm and irresistible flavor, My Granny's Banana Bread is the ultimate comfort food recipe. This moist and tender loaf showcases the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, perfectly balanced with the richness of melted butter and a hint of vanilla. With just the right amount of sweetness and optional crunchy walnuts for added texture, this classic banana bread is an easy-to-make, one-bowl wonder perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and baked to golden perfection in an hour, it’s a foolproof recipe for bakers of all levels. Serve it warm with a smear of butter or enjoy it plain—every slice is a cozy trip down memory lane. Perfect for using up overripe bananas, this timeless family favorite will fill your kitchen with the comforting aroma of homemade goodness.
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Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 60 grams chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
Step 3
Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave or on the stovetop, then add it to the mashed bananas and mix well.
Step 4
Add the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Whisk until combined and smooth.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 6
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Step 7
Add the milk and stir gently until incorporated. If using chopped walnuts, fold them into the batter.
Step 8
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing 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
Remove the banana 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.
Step 11
Serve as is or with a spread of butter. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1126.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3247.1 |
| Total Fat 151.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 64.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 624.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2614.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 446.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 204.8g | |
| Protein 54.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 93.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 213.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2203.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories