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Nana’s Secret Banana Nut Bread

Nana’s Secret Banana Nut Bread: Comfort in Every Bite

Nana’s Secret Banana Nut Bread is a cherished recipe that offers a moist texture with a delightful crunch from walnuts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 ripe bananas very ripe with dark spots
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¼ cup milk can substitute with almond or oat milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but recommended
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness
  • ½ teaspoon salt
For the Crunch
  • ¾ cup chopped walnuts can substitute with pecans or omit

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash 3 ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth, then add 2 eggs, 1 cup of granulated sugar, ½ cup of melted butter, ¼ cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in ¾ cup of chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and allow room temperature ingredients to blend well.

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