SPECIAL BANANA BREAD

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Over the years I have revised this recipe until I found just the right mix. It is incredibly moist and flavorful. It may take longer to cook so be patient.

Provided by Candace

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup shortening
2 cups white sugar
6 very ripe bananas, mashed
4 eggs
2 ΒΌ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray two 9x5 inch loaf pans with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Cream the shortening and sugar until light. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
  • Sift together the flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Add to the shortening mixture and mix to combine.
  • Thoroughly mash the bananas. Stir bananas into the batter then stir in the walnuts. Pour the batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until a wooden skewer inserted near the center comes out clean. Check with a wooden skewer every 15 minutes after 45 minutes of baking. It can take up to 65 to 70 minutes to cook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 214.3 mg, Sugar 20.5 g

Airjun Kc
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This is the best banana bread recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. I highly recommend it!


Masharib Sk
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This banana bread is delicious! I love the way the walnuts add a little crunch.


Aiden Taylor
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I'm not a huge fan of banana bread, but this recipe is a game-changer. It's so moist and flavorful, I can't get enough of it.


River Rose
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This banana bread is a family favorite. It's always a hit at potlucks and bake sales.


Junior Mark
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I love this banana bread! It's so moist and flavorful. I've also tried freezing it, and it reheats beautifully.


Starch Famous
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I've made this banana bread several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for beginners.


Ephrem Birhanu
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This banana bread is a great way to use up ripe bananas. It's also a delicious and easy-to-make snack.


Motlagosebatho Molelekoa
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This banana bread is delicious! I love the moist texture and the sweet banana flavor.


Clare Muhatia
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I'm not a big baker, but this banana bread recipe was so easy to follow. I'm really happy with how it turned out.


william edwards
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This is the best banana bread recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Sabita Kandel
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I made this banana bread for a bake sale, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Rohan Rajbanshi
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This banana bread is so moist and flavorful. I love the addition of walnuts.


Rabbi Islam
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I've been making this banana bread for years, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The recipe is easy to follow, and the results are always delicious.


Kelvin Ofoegbu
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This is my go-to banana bread recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Mdyeaisn Kobir
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Just made this banana bread and it turned out perfectly! The texture is moist and fluffy, and the flavor is delicious. I used ripe bananas and added a bit of extra cinnamon, and it was perfect.