Banana Nut Bread Recipe With Vegetable Oil
If you're a fan of banana bread, you know how delicious it can be. But have you ever tried making it with vegetable oil instead of butter? This simple recipe is perfect for those who want a moist and delicious banana nut bread without the added fat from butter. Let's get started!
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
- Add the vegetable oil and granulated sugar to the bowl and mix well with a spatula or wooden spoon.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix well again.
- In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in the large mixing bowl and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
That's it! This banana nut bread recipe is perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or cream cheese frosting, or enjoy it plain. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for later.
Tips and variations
- For a healthier version, substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour, or use coconut sugar or honey instead of granulated sugar.
- Add chocolate chips, raisins, or dried cranberries to the batter for extra sweetness and texture.
- If you don't have walnuts, you can substitute them with pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts.
- You can use melted coconut oil or canola oil instead of vegetable oil.
- If you want a gluten-free version, use almond flour or oat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Add a tablespoon of instant coffee, cocoa powder, or matcha powder to the batter for a twist.
Now that you know how to make banana nut bread with vegetable oil, you can enjoy this classic treat anytime. Share this recipe with your friends and family or take it to your next potluck. Happy baking!