When it comes to banana nut bread, perfection lies in striking a balance between moistness, sweetness, and texture. Achieving this holy trinity requires a careful selection of ingredients, precise measurements, and attention to detail throughout the baking process. From the ripe bananas that lend their natural sweetness to the crunchy walnuts that add a delightful textural contrast, each component plays a crucial role in creating a loaf of banana nut bread that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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MOIST & DELICIOUS BANANA NUT BREAD
I got this recipe when I was 12 and have used it for the past 33 years and haven't found one better! My son used it when he was 12 at the California State Fair and won a first place ribbon with it. It is just simply delicious & moist. I either make a loaf or put it into muffin cups & make muffins for my kids to grab in the morning on their way to school. Using margarine makes the muffins come out in a better form, but the butter has a better flavor, so I usually use 1/2 of each to get the best of both worlds.
Provided by sktaggart
Categories Quick Breads
Time 1h20m
Yield 18 muffins, 18 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cream butter & sugar. Add vanilla & eggs. Combine dry ingredients, add alternately with bananas & milk. Add nuts if desired. Grease & flour 1 bread pan (2-3 smaller pans) or pour into muffin cups. For loaf bake at 350 for 45-60 minute Muffins 350 for 20-25min. Enjoy!
- *Note- I usually use a smaller bread pan to make the 2 loaves, or use a larger one and just make 1 big loaf, but it will need to bake longer. I adjusted the time because people had been saying it was over baking, now people are saying it's under baked. I would use the old fashion test of a tooth pick at 45 min, then at 1 hour -- up to 1 hour & 30 min if needed. Hope that helps!
BANANA NUT BREAD
The very best recipe for an easy, moist loaf of homemade Banana Nut Bread!
Provided by Blair Lonergan
Categories bread
Time 3h5m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8½ x 4½-inch loaf pan and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, sift or whisk together flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together mashed banana, melted butter, sugar, egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Fold in the walnuts.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Bake until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 50-60 minutes. Do not overbake.
- Remove from the oven, unmold from the pan, and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 250 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 196 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 16 g
THE BEST BANANA BREAD
We have a lot of requirements when it comes to banana bread and we finally created a recipe that ticks all the boxes. It's moist, tender, a little tangy and perfectly sweet-all around our favorite one. The best part is that it's even better the next day (if it lasts that long). Try toasting the bread and slathering with a little salted butter. We're pretty sure you'll never need another banana bread recipe.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h30m
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly butter one 9-by-5-inch loaf pan.
- Whisk together the flour, pecans, granulated sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt and nutmeg in a large bowl. Whisk together the eggs, melted butter, buttermilk, brown sugar and vanilla in a medium bowl; stir in the mashed bananas. Fold the banana mixture into the flour mixture until just combined (it's OK if there are some lumps).
- Pour the batter into the buttered pan and lightly tap the pan on the counter to evenly distribute the batter. Bake until browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out completely clean, about 1 hour. Let the bread cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then turn out onto a rack to cool completely.
BEST EVER BANANA BREAD
Whenever I pass a display of bananas in the grocery store, I can almost smell the wonderful aroma of my best banana bread recipe. It really is amazingly good! -Gert Kaiser, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h30m
Yield 1 loaf (16 pieces).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, combine the eggs, bananas, oil, buttermilk and vanilla; add to flour mixture, stirring just until combined. Fold in nuts. , Pour into a greased or parchment-lined 9x5-in. loaf pan. If desired, sprinkle with additional walnuts. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Cool in pan for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
THE BEST BANANA BREAD
This is the most successful and versatile quick bread recipe I've found! You can also use chunky applesauce or a 15 ounce can of pumpkin for wonderful variations.
Provided by Libby
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Fruit Bread Recipes 100+ Banana Bread Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour one 9x5 inch pan.
- Cream margarine and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs, then bananas. Add flour and soda, stirring just until combined.
- Pour into prepared pan and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 1 hour (or till toothpick comes out clean). Remove from pan and let cool, store in refrigerator or freeze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 24.8 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 175.4 mg, Sugar 16.2 g
THE BEST BANANA BREAD
The batter for this easy-to-make banana bread is enriched with sour cream, which gives it a subtle tang and super moist texture. In order to avoid this quick bread becoming tough and chewy, don't overmix the batter.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Yield Makes 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-by-5-by-3-inch loaf pan; set aside. In an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and beat to incorporate.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to the butter mixture and mix until just combined. Add bananas, sour cream, and vanilla; mix to combine. Stir in nuts and pour into prepared pan.
- Bake until a cake tester inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Let rest in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a rack to cool.
BANANA AND NUT BREAD
This banana nut bread smells heavenly in the oven and comes out moist and chock-full of flavor and crunchy nuts.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h20m
Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in milk and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with bananas, beating well after each addition. Fold in pecans., Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake 65-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool. Freeze option: Securely wrap cooled loaf in plastic wrap and foil, then freeze. To use, thaw at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
THE BEST BANANA NUT BREAD
I make this for my nieces when they come over. It is better than store bought or package mix and it is a good starter recipe for teaching children how to bake
Provided by Quiet Man
Categories Quick Breads
Time 1h12m
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Grease a 9 X 5 X 3 inch loaf pan.
- Beat butter or margarine, sugar and egg in a large bowl until fluffy.
- Combine bananas and milk in a bowl.
- Sift flour, baking powder, and baking soda onto wax paper.
- Stir into sugar mixture alternately with banana-milk mixture.
- Stir in nuts.
- Turn into prepared pan.
- Bake at 350 degree for 1 hour or until center springs back.
- Cool in pan on rack for 5 minutes.
- Turn out of pan and cool completely.
Tips:
- Use overripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana nut bread will be.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense loaf of bread. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Use a variety of nuts: Feel free to mix and match different types of nuts, such as walnuts, pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts.
- Add some spices: A sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cloves can add a warm, inviting flavor to your banana nut bread.
- Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This is the best way to ensure that your banana nut bread is cooked through.
Conclusion:
Banana nut bread is a classic for a reason. It's easy to make, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. With these tips, you can make the best banana nut bread you've ever tasted. So next time you have some overripe bananas, don't throw them away. Make a loaf of banana nut bread instead!
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