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Nana’s Secret Banana Nut Bread

Nana’s Secret Banana Nut Bread – A Cozy, Sweet Slice of Home

Discover the magic of Nana’s Secret Banana Nut Bread, a comforting and versatile family recipe that turns any moment into a special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2-3 large ripe bananas very ripe with dark spots
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¼ cup milk regular or dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract highly recommended
  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts can substitute with pecans or omit
Optional Flavor Add-ins
  • ½ cup chocolate chips optional
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg
  • 1 cup berries blueberries or fruit of choice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest for brightness

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash 2-3 very ripe bananas until smooth, aiming for 1 to 1.5 cups of mashed bananas.
  3. In the mashed bananas, add 2 eggs, 1 cup of sugar, ½ cup of melted butter, ¼ cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together 1¾ cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
  8. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This banana bread can be customized with different mix-ins and is great for breakfast, snacks, or brunch gatherings.

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