Delicious Amish Friendship Banana Nut Bread Recipe

This Amish Friendship Banana Nut Bread recipe is a delightful twist on traditional banana bread. Made with the goodness of ripe bananas and crunchy nuts, this bread is perfect for sharing with friends and family. It's moist, flavorful, and great for breakfast or as a snack.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
5. Mix in mashed bananas until well combined.
6. Gradually add in the dry ingredients and mix until just incorporated.
7. Fold in chopped nuts.
8. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.

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