Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Paula Deen’s Banana Nut Bread, a moist and comforting treat that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the crunch of walnuts, creating a loaf that’s both satisfying and versatile. Whether you’re enjoying it warm with butter for breakfast, turning it into French toast, or serving it as a dessert topped with ice cream, this banana nut bread is sure to please everyone at your table. Plus, it’s simple enough for bakers of all skill levels to whip up in no time.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8×4-inch loaf pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Stir in the mashed bananas until just combined.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients until fully incorporated.
- Fold in chopped walnuts evenly throughout the batter.
- Divide the batter between prepared loaf pans and bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg