Delight in the rich, moist flavors of Ultimate Banana Nut Bread. This recipe, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, features ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts for a delectable treat. Easy to make, it’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 teaspoons baking soda
- 3/4 cup butter plus 4 teaspoons
- 1 2/3 cups white sugar
- 1 2/3 cups mashed overripe bananas
- 3 beaten eggs
- 3/4 cup chopped walnuts plus 4 teaspoons
Directions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9×5 inch loaf pans.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift flour, salt, and baking soda into a large bowl.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, blend butter and sugar until smooth. Add bananas, eggs, and walnuts, mixing until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until blended.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the two loaf pans. Bake for 60-70 minutes, until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the loaves cool in the pans for at least 5 minutes, then turn out onto a cooling rack to cool completely. Wrap in aluminum foil to keep moist. Ideally, refrigerate for two hours before serving.
Conclusion and Tips
Ultimate Banana Nut Bread is a rich, nutty, and moist treat perfect for any time of day. For best results, use overripe bananas and be sure to let the bread cool completely before cutting.
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