Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Paula Deen’s Banana Nut Bread Recipe, a moist and flavorful treat perfect for any occasion. This easy banana nut bread combines ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts, creating a loaf that everyone will adore. With just a few simple ingredients, you can prepare this delicious dessert in about 55 minutes, serving up to 10 people. Whether for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, this recipe is an ideal way to use overripe bananas while impressing friends and family alike.
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) and 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 until smooth.
- Stir in the mashed bananas until just combined.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until incorporated, avoiding overmixing.
- Fold in chopped walnuts evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pans and bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for about 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 (58g)
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 189mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 31mg