Orange Banana Nut Bread

Brighten up your baking routine with this irresistible Orange Banana Nut Bread, a delicious twist on the classic banana bread! Bursting with tropical flavors, this moist and tender loaf combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the tangy zest of fresh orange juice and peel. A generous sprinkle of chopped walnuts or pecans adds a satisfying crunch to every bite. Perfectly balanced with hints of vanilla and buttery richness, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for brunch, an afternoon snack, or even dessert. Ready in just over an hour, it's a crowd-pleaser that's as delightful fresh from the oven as it is the next day. Try it for a flavorful treat that's packed with citrusy, nutty goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Ripe bananas, mashed
• 0.25 cup Orange juice
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.33 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, mash the bananas using a fork or potato masher until smooth. Mix in the orange juice, orange zest, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should just come together.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped nuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	943.3 grams (943.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2780

Total Fat 112.30g	144%
Saturated Fat 46.80g	234%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 543mg	181%
Sodium 2271mg	99%
Total Carbohydrate 406.40g	148%
Dietary Fiber 18.00g	64%
Total Sugars 187.00g
Protein 49.30g	99%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 172mg	13%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 1623mg	35%

*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: 35.7%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 57.4%