Banana Nut Bread With Self-Rising Flour
Banana bread is a classic American comfort food that is easy to make and perfect for breakfast or a snack. It's moist, flavorful and full of ripe bananas, making it a delicious treat for everyone. This recipe for banana nut bread with self-rising flour is simple and straightforward, requiring just a few basic ingredients that you may already have in your pantry.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.
- Sift the self-rising flour into the bowl and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Remove the bread from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips
To make sure your banana nut bread turns out perfectly every time, follow these tips:
- Use very ripe bananas. The riper they are, the sweeter and more flavorful the bread will be.
- Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the ingredients mix together more easily and evenly.
- Avoid overmixing the batter. Overmixing can cause the bread to become tough and dense.
- Test the bread for doneness. Insert a toothpick into the center of the bread. If it comes out clean, the bread is done. If not, bake for a few more minutes.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing. This will help the bread to set and make it easier to slice.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to a week.
Conclusion
Banana nut bread with self-rising flour is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for breakfast or a snack. With just a few basic ingredients and some simple steps, you can create a moist and flavorful bread that everyone will love. Use very ripe bananas and room temperature ingredients, and don't overmix the batter. Test the bread for doneness, let it cool completely before slicing, and store it in an airtight container. Enjoy!