About This Recipe
Let me tell you — every time I bake this banana nut bread recipe, it takes me right back to the coziest mornings in my childhood kitchen. The smell of bananas, cinnamon, and toasted nuts filled the air, and I'd always sneak a warm slice while it was still cooling. Honestly, I think banana nut bread is like a hug in loaf form. It’s simple, hearty, and always hits the spot. Whether it’s breakfast, a snack, or even a late-night bite (guilty as charged), this recipe is a winner in my book. And if you're into bold, rich flavors, you have to check out my Brown Butter Banana Bread Recipe .
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Ingredients
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ tsp cinnamon
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ¼ cups)
½ cup chopped walnuts (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Step 3
In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, whisking until smooth.
Step 4
Stir in mashed bananas. Gently fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
Step 5
Add chopped walnuts and fold gently. Don’t overmix.
Step 6
Pour batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle extra nuts on top. Bake 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 7
Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Let cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Calories
280
Saturated Fat
4g
Carbs
36g
Sugars
18g
Protein
5g
Sodium
210mg
Fiber
2g
Secret Tips
Use very ripe bananas — brown and spotty is best!
Toast your nuts before mixing them in for extra depth.
Don’t overmix the batter — just fold until combined.
Let it cool completely before slicing — I know, it’s hard!
Toast your nuts before mixing them in for extra depth.
Don’t overmix the batter — just fold until combined.
Let it cool completely before slicing — I know, it’s hard!
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