Dad's Banana Nut Bread
A timeless classic, this Banana Nut Bread recipe evokes feelings of warmth and nostalgia. The subtle sweetness of ripe bananas, combined with the satisfying crunch of walnuts and a hint of flax, makes this bread the perfect companion to your morning coffee or afternoon tea.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
23 g
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Cholesterol
39 mg
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Fiber
1 g
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Protein
3 g
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Saturated Fat
4 g
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Sodium
150 mg
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Sugar
15 g
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Fat
10 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking. (5 minutes)
02 Step
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5 mins
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. This step is crucial for a tender crumb. (5 minutes)
03 Step
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3 mins
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then, stir in the mashed bananas until well combined. (3 minutes)
04 Step
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5 mins
Gently fold in the self-rising flour and flax seed meal until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to a tough bread. Finally, fold in the chopped walnuts. (5 minutes)
05 Step
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2 mins
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. (2 minutes)
06 Step
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1 hrs
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. For a loaf, this will take approximately 55-60 minutes. Begin checking for doneness around 50 minutes. If the top starts to brown too quickly, tent it loosely with aluminum foil. (55-60 minutes)
07 Step
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10 mins
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents the bread from sticking and allows it to retain its moisture. (10 minutes)
For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the batter.
If you don't have self-rising flour, you can make your own by combining 1 cup all-purpose flour with 1.5 teaspoons baking powder and 0.5 teaspoon salt.
To enhance the walnut flavor, toast them lightly in a dry skillet before adding them to the batter.
This bread is best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week. It also freezes well.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.7/ 5 ( 37 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Waino Will
Mar 11, 2025Jessica: I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The flax seed meal is a great addition!
Freida Lubowitz
Sep 20, 2024Michael: My family loved this recipe! It was easy to follow and the bread came out perfectly.
Kristy Jones
Aug 23, 2024David: Great recipe! I reduced the sugar by a quarter cup and it was still plenty sweet. I also added a pinch of cinnamon.
Johnathan Schiller
May 20, 2024Sarah: This bread is amazing! So moist and flavorful. I added chocolate chips and it was a hit!