Delicious and Nutritious Nutty Banana Bread Recipe

Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of our homemade nutty banana bread. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a crunchy nutty texture, creating a perfect balance of flavors. It's easy to make and is a great way to use up overripe bananas. Enjoy a slice for breakfast or as a snack throughout the day. This recipe is a must-try for all banana bread lovers!

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
3. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl with the mashed bananas. Stir well to combine.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix to prevent a dense bread texture.
6. Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top of the bread starts to brown too much, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
9. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
10. Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

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