Simple Homemade Banana Nut Bread
A deliciously moist and flavorful treat that perfectly captures the essence of comfort baking.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Loaf Pan
- Oven
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 medium Ripe Bananas Mashed until smooth.
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Packed for deeper flavor.
- 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together.
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides base structure.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for leavening.
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
- 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans, lightly toasted.
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted for richness.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add granulated sugar and brown sugar to the mashed bananas, mixing well.
- Incorporate melted unsalted butter into the banana-sugar mixture.
- Crack one large egg into the mixture and whisk until combined.
- Sift together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped nuts evenly into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, slice and serve as desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.