Paula Deen's Banana Nut Bread

Paula Deen's Banana Nut Bread is a timeless classic that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the nutty crunch of chopped walnuts or pecans for the ultimate comfort food experience. Perfectly moist and bursting with flavor, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Featuring simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract, it’s a foolproof treat for novice and seasoned bakers alike. A gentle folding technique ensures the batter stays tender, while the rich aroma of banana and toasted nuts fills your kitchen as it bakes. Enjoy this delectable quick bread as a satisfying breakfast, snack, or dessert—ideal for pairing with a hot cup of coffee or tea.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the granulated sugar and melted butter to the mashed bananas and mix until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt to combine the dry ingredients.

Step 5

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the banana mixture and mix well.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently fold them together until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.

Step 8

Pour the batter 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 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 and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1017.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3102.7

Total Fat 144.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 619.6mg	0%
Sodium 2005.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 427.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 246.6g
Protein 46.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 163.0mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 1879.9mg	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: 40.7%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 53.6%