Easy Banana Nut Bread

Moist, flavorful, and delightfully simple to make, this Easy Banana Nut Bread is the perfect recipe for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. Packed with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and the nutty crunch of chopped walnuts (or pecans), this classic bread comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. A touch of vanilla extract and melted butter ensures every bite is rich, tender, and bursting with comforting flavors. Baked to golden perfection in under an hour, this quick bread is ideal for breakfast, snack time, or even dessert. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or stored for later, this crowd-pleasing banana bread is a must-try for anyone looking to make the most of overripe bananas.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large Ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Chopped walnuts (or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and lightly dust it with flour or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly until smooth. Add the melted butter and stir to combine.

Step 3

Mix in the sugar, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 60–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the loaf pan from the oven and allow the banana nut bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Slice, serve, and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1168.1 grams (1168.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3604

Total Fat 168.90g	217%
Saturated Fat 69.10g	345%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 630mg	210%
Sodium 2597mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 489.00g	178%
Dietary Fiber 23.00g	82%
Total Sugars 255.30g
Protein 57.90g	116%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 194mg	15%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 2266mg	48%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.0%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 52.8%