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Going nuts for Banana Nut Bread.

If you are on a diet, I advise you to turn the page right now because this recipe is not only irresistible but also addicting. There, you have been warned.

In case you are still not clear on what you are getting yourself into, let me give you the nutrition facts.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving: Eating a lot of this will make you fat!

With that out of the way let me share with you a few tips. This banana nut cake is so good that it is going to test loyalties. I suggest you share with everyone a copy of the recipe. This one is not a secret you will want to keep.

It is the heart that is important.

-Nichiren Daishonin-

Also, it’s a very flexible recipe that allows for a lot of substitutions; use your imagination. The details below are just the ingredients that I tend to use the most.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Rest Time 15 mins
Total Time 1 hr 40 mins
Cooking Method:
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 350  F
Servings: 12
Estimated Cost: 9
Calories: 5130
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Moist, cozy, nutty, and dangerously easy to keep “just testing.” This banana nut bread is what happens when ripe bananas fulfill their destiny and your kitchen starts smelling like you have your life together.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup butter (softened)
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 4 large overripe bananas (mashed as added)
  • 4 large eggs (beaten)
  • 1 cup mixed nuts (chopped)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease one 9x5-inch loaf pan.

  2. 2
    Cream the butter and sugars

    In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to cream the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.

    I do it in this order so I can make the whole batter in one big bowl instead of dirtying extra containers.
  3. 3
    Add the bananas

    Add the bananas one at a time, mashing each one into the bowl with a fork as you go. Do not worry about fully combining them yet.

  4. 4
    Mix in the eggs

    Add the beaten eggs. The mixture will loosen up again, which is exactly what you want. Use the hand mixer to blend everything well.

  5. 5
    Add the nuts and vanilla

    Stir in the chopped nuts and vanilla extract.

  6. 6
    Fold in the dry ingredients

    Add the flour, baking soda, and salt. Switch to a silicone spatula and stir just until combined, scraping the bowl well as you go. 

    My silicone spatula is also flimsy enough that it helps keep me from overmixing.
  7. 7
    Fill the baking pan

    Pour the batter into one 9x5-inch loaf pan, leaving about 1 to 2 inches of space at the top. 

    If you have extra batter, divide it among mini loaf pans or other small molds.
  8. 8
    Add sugar on top

    If desired, sprinkle a little sugar on top of the batter for a lightly sweet, crisp crust.

  9. 9
    Bake

    Bake at 350°F (175°C) until done. The large loaf usually takes 60 to 70 minutes. Smaller pans, ramekins, or other molds bake faster, so start checking them at 25 to 30 minutes.

    Check for doneness with a knife or toothpick inserted near the center; it should come out clean or with a few crumbs.
  10. 10
    Cool before slicing

    Let the loaf cool in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

    It is delicious the day it is baked, but even better the next day once the flavors settle.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 428kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.4g35%
Saturated Fat 11.3g57%
Trans Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 103mg35%
Sodium 476mg20%
Potassium 270mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 49.5g17%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
Sugars 27.6g
Protein 6.9g14%
Calcium 37 mg
Iron 1.8 mg
Vitamin D 0.4 IU

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note
  • Use bananas that are very ripe.
  • Ugly bananas make beautiful bread.
  • Do not overmix unless your goal is banana-flavored brick.
  • Let it cool before slicing, unless chaos is part of the recipe.
Keywords: easy banana nut bread, homemade banana bread, moist banana bread, sweet bread, breakfast bake, snack cake
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Dimitri Arozarena
Cuban-Thai Home Cook

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