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Cozy Nana’s Secret Banana Nut Bread Recipe

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A tender, flavorful banana nut bread with a moist crumb, subtle cinnamon warmth, and crunchy toasted walnuts. This easy homemade recipe is perfect for cozy moments and comforting treats.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 ¾ cups (220 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup (115 grams) unsalted butter, melted
  • ¾ cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120 grams) chopped walnuts, toasted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. In a separate bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some small lumps remaining.
  5. Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and whisk until smooth and well blended.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a wooden spoon or spatula just until combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Fold in the toasted walnuts gently to distribute evenly.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil halfway through baking.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Use overripe bananas with brown spots for extra sweetness and moisture. Toast walnuts carefully to avoid burning. Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling. Tent with foil if the top browns too fast.

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