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Ultimate Banana Nut Bread Recipe


  • Author: Lorenzo Devereaux
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8-10 slices)

Description

Sink your teeth into this moist, nutty, and ultra-flavorful banana bread that’s perfect for a quick breakfast, easy dessert, or healthy snack option. Packed with ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and just the right touch of cinnamon, this easy recipe delivers big on comfort and taste. Whether you’re searching for breakfast ideas, cozy food ideas, or an all-around easy recipe to impress, this banana nut bread covers all bases. Soft, rich, and with a hint of sweetness, it’s a slice of nostalgia with every bite.


Ingredients

3 ripe bananas, mashed

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

¾ cup brown sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ cup sour cream

1 cup chopped walnuts

Optional glaze: ½ cup powdered sugar + 1 tablespoon milk


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
  4. Stir in mashed bananas and sour cream.
  5. Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in chopped walnuts.
  7. Pour batter into pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly.
  9. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then on a wire rack.
  10. (Optional) Drizzle with glaze once fully cooled.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast