Paula Deen Banana Bread

Indulge in the comforting flavors of *Paula Deen Banana Bread*, a timeless recipe packed with Southern charm and irresistible sweetness. Made with ripe, mashed bananas and rich unsalted butter, this moist and tender bread comes together in just over an hour, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. A hint of vanilla and a dash of optional pecans or walnuts add depth and texture, while simple ingredients like all-purpose flour and whole milk ensure this loaf is easy to whip up any day of the week. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes, this recipe combines convenience with homemade goodness. Serve warm slices slathered in butter or enjoy them plain—it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s just as delightful on a lazy weekend as it is at a special gathering. Keywords: banana bread recipe, Paula Deen banana bread, easy banana bread, Southern banana bread, moist banana bread.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.0 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.0 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Whole milk
• 1.0 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3.0 pieces Mashed ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

If using chopped pecans or walnuts, fold them into the batter.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1081.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3163.3

Total Fat 150.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 637.7mg	0%
Sodium 2625.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 431.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.2g	0%
Total Sugars 249.1g
Protein 43.5g	0%

Vitamin D 106.8IU	0%
Calcium 239.1mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 1954.5mg	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: 41.6%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 53.0%