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A classic, moist and flavorful banana nut bread recipe featuring ripe bananas and toasted nuts, perfect for breakfast or snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar (optional: reduce to 1/2 cup for less sweetness)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (toasted for extra flavor)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas, leaving some lumps for texture. Mix in the melted butter.
  3. Stir in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract gently to keep batter light.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent toughness.
  6. Fold in the chopped nuts.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use really ripe bananas for best sweetness and texture., Toast nuts lightly before adding to enhance flavor and crunch., Do not overmix the batter to keep bread tender and fluffy., Store cooled bread wrapped tightly to maintain moisture; it keeps at room temperature for up to 3 days or can be frozen up to 3 months., You can substitute nuts, use gluten-free flour, or add chocolate chips for variations., Honey or maple syrup can replace sugar but reduce other liquids accordingly., Perfect served warm with butter, cream cheese, or alongside breakfast dishes.

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