Special Banana Nut Bread

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Special Banana Nut Bread, a moist and flavorful twist on the classic recipe. Packed with naturally sweet ripe bananas, rich butter, and a delightful blend of granulated and brown sugar, this bread boasts a cozy hint of cinnamon and crunchy walnuts (or pecans) for the perfect texture. Plain yogurt or sour cream offers a tangy element that enhances its tenderness, while vanilla extract rounds out the flavor profile beautifully. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and an irresistibly golden crust after 55 minutes of baking, this homemade loaf is ideal for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or enjoy with a steaming cup of coffee—this banana nut bread is a crowd-pleasing favorite you'll return to again and again! Perfect for banana bread lovers searching for a recipe that's both easy and elevated.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 115 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams brown sugar
• 2 whole large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 100 grams chopped walnuts (or pecans)
• 60 milliliters plain yogurt or sour cream

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

Peel the bananas, place them in a large mixing bowl, and mash them using a fork or potato masher until smooth. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, melt the unsalted butter and let it cool slightly. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter to the mashed bananas. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the plain yogurt (or sour cream) and chopped walnuts (or pecans) to the batter.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the banana nut bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve your Special Banana Nut Bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1102.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3173.9

Total Fat 180.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 634.6mg	0%
Sodium 2639.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 353.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.6g	0%
Total Sugars 105.2g
Protein 62.1g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 344.5mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 2496.5mg	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: 49.4%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 43.0%