Banana Nut Bread Classic (Print Version)

Moist banana nut bread, loaded with walnuts, great for breakfast or anytime snack. Simple prep, delicious every time.

# Ingredients:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 3 very ripe bananas, mashed (about 350 g)
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 80 ml neutral oil or melted butter
04 - 130 g granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 210 g all-purpose flour
07 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
09 - 1/2 teaspoon fine salt

→ Add-ins

10 - 80 g chopped walnuts

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease and line a 22 x 12 cm loaf pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, eggs, oil or melted butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
04 - Add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
05 - Fold in chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
06 - Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
07 - Let bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or a handful of chocolate chips to the batter.
02 - Walnuts can be substituted with pecans, hazelnuts, or omitted for a nut-free option.
03 - Store wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.