This Banana Nut Bread is moist, flavorful, and filled with crunchy nuts, making it the perfect treat for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. The sweetness of ripe bananas paired with the richness of nuts creates a timeless loaf that everyone will love!
🔸️🔸️Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 ripe bananas, mashed
½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (plus extra for topping)
🔸️🔸️Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Set aside.
3. Cream the Butter and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
5. Incorporate the Bananas and Sour Cream:
Stir in the mashed bananas and sour cream (or Greek yogurt) until the mixture is smooth.
6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the chopped nuts.
7. Pour and Bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. If desired, sprinkle extra nuts on top for a crunchy finish. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool and Serve:
Allow the banana nut bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Details:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf (about 8-10 slices)
Tips:
Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
This banana bread freezes well. Simply wrap slices tightly in plastic wrap and store them in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
For extra indulgence, you can add chocolate chips or a drizzle of honey.
