Grandma's Kitchen Banana Nut Bread Recipe
Banana nut bread is a classic American dish that has been enjoyed by many generations. Every family has their own secret recipe, but our family's banana nut bread is a crowd favorite. The recipe is passed down from my grandmother, and it's one that she used to make for us every time we visited her.
Ingredients
To make this delicious banana nut bread, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 1/3 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 bananas)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Make sure that your bananas are ripe to ensure a sweeter and better banana flavor in your bread. Ideally, your bananas should be a nice light yellow color with some brown spots on them.
Instructions
Now that you have all of your ingredients, let's get started on making this delicious banana nut bread!
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with butter or baking spray.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs and mashed bananas, and mix until well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and mix until just combined. Do not overmix the batter, or your bread will become tough.
- Stir in the chopped walnuts and vanilla extract until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve, or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Variations
If you're looking to switch things up a bit, try adding in some chocolate chips or dried fruit to your banana nut bread batter. You could also try swapping out the walnuts for pecans or almonds for a different flavor profile. Another great variation is to add some cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for a warm and cozy flavor.
Final Thoughts
If you're looking for a classic and delicious recipe, then give our family's banana nut bread a try. It's easy to make and perfect for any occasion, from a weekend breakfast to a dinner party dessert. We hope that this recipe becomes a staple in your household, just like it has in ours!