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Nana’s Secret Banana Nut Bread

Nana’s Secret Banana Nut Bread

Delight in Nana’s Secret Banana Nut Bread, a nostalgic treat combining bananas and walnuts in a moist loaf.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas with dark spots
  • 2 large Eggs At room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1/4 cup Milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
For the Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Walnuts Can substitute with pecans or omit

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash bananas in a large bowl, then mix in eggs, sugar, melted butter, milk, and vanilla until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  4. Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring even distribution.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes. Check for doneness with a skewer.
  7. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Choose very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.

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