Description
This classic banana bread recipe is a beloved favorite for any occasion. Moist and flavorful, with a hint of cinnamon and crunchy walnuts, it’s perfect for breakfast or as a comforting snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour, spooned & leveled
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (115 grams) unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups (440 grams) mashed banana
- 1/2 cup (80 grams) chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Prepare a loaf pan with nonstick spray and parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugars: Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients: Mix in eggs, vanilla, and mashed banana until well combined.
- Combine and bake: Gently fold in dry ingredients, then walnuts. Bake for 55-65 minutes.
- Cool and serve: Let the bread cool in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can add chocolate chips or dried fruit for variation.
- This bread freezes well for future enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Banana Bread, Baking, Breakfast, Snack, Comfort Food
