Description
Delicious, moist banana nut bread made with ripe bananas and walnuts, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas, sour cream, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the baking soda, salt, and flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor. Can substitute walnuts with chocolate chips or dried fruit.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American