Banana Nut Bread Recipe
Description: Make and share this delicious Banana Nut Bread recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s easy to prepare and yields two flavorful loaves that your family and friends will love.
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Recipe Category: Breads
- Keywords: Weeknight, Less than 4 Hours, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 2/3 | cups sugar |
| 1 | teaspoon baking soda |
| 2 1/2 | cups all-purpose flour |
| 1 1/4 | teaspoons baking powder |
| 1 | teaspoon salt |
| 2/3 | cup shortening |
| 2 | eggs |
| 2/3 | cup buttermilk |
| 3-4 | ripe bananas |
| 2/3 | cup chopped pecans |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 2333.9
- Fat Content: 102.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 21.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 214.8mg
- Sodium Content: 2179.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 336.4g
- Fiber Content: 12.3g
- Sugar Content: 194.4g
- Protein Content: 30.4g
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9×5-inch loaf pans.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, baking soda, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to ensure even distribution.
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Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the shortening, eggs, and buttermilk. Mix until well combined.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Add Pecans: Gently fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans, dividing it evenly between the two pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
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Bake: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the banana nut bread to cool in the pans for 10-15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
This Banana Nut Bread recipe is a delightful treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a satisfying snack any time of day. The combination of ripe bananas and crunchy pecans creates a moist and flavorful bread that’s sure to become a family favorite. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, this easy recipe is sure to impress. So grab your ingredients and get baking! 🍌🥖
