Nanny's Banana Nut Bread
Warm, nostalgic, and irresistibly delicious, Nanny's Banana Nut Bread is the ultimate comfort food, blending ripe bananas, a touch of cinnamon, and the crunch of walnuts or pecans in every bite. This classic quick bread recipe is simple to prepare, featuring pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, along with two large eggs for a perfectly moist texture. Melted butter adds richness, while a hint of ground cinnamon enhances the natural sweetness of the bananas. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this one-bowl wonder bakes to golden perfection in under an hour, making it the perfect treat for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Serve it warm, slathered with butter, or alongside a cozy cup of coffee for an irresistible homemade indulgence.
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Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams brown sugar
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 100 grams chopped walnuts or pecans
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly 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 or potato masher until smooth and slightly chunky.
Step 3
Melt the unsalted butter and add it to the mashed bananas. Mix well to combine.
Step 4
Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Step 5
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
Step 6
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Step 7
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Step 8
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
Step 9
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
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 bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 12
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1191.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3713.4 |
| Total Fat 178.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 68.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 626.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2619.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 500.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 253.6g | |
| Protein 60.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 270.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2402.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories