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Banana Nut Bread Legendary Soft Slice Made Simple Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 10 slices
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Banana Nut Bread recipe delivers a legendary soft slice made simple with everyday pantry staples. Utilizing overripe bananas for natural sweetness and moistness, along with toasted walnuts for a rich, nutty flavor, this bread boasts a tender crumb and bakery-style texture enhanced by a touch of yogurt or sour cream. Perfectly balanced with brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla, it’s an irresistible treat that’s easy to make and sure to delight any crowd.

Ingredients

Banana Nut Bread Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups mashed overripe bananas (about 3–4 medium)
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly (or neutral oil as a swap)
  • ¾ cup (150 g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • ¾ cup (90 g) chopped walnuts, plus extra for topping (optional)
  • ¼ cup (60 g) plain yogurt or sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Toast the Walnuts: Spread the chopped walnuts on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5–7 minutes until fragrant to enhance their nutty flavor. Set aside to cool.
  3. Mash the Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas with a fork until smooth with just a few small lumps remaining.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: To the mashed bananas, add the melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and plain yogurt or sour cream. Stir gently until combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon if using. This ensures even distribution of leavening and spices.
  6. Incorporate Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently just until no streaks of flour remain. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  7. Fold in Walnuts: Gently fold the toasted walnuts into the batter, reserving some for topping if desired.
  8. Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the remaining walnuts on top for a decorative touch.
  9. Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  10. Cool and Serve: Remove the banana nut bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing for the softest texture.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas with lots of brown spots for the best sweetness and flavor.
  • Toasting walnuts intensifies their flavor and enhances the overall taste of the bread.
  • Spoon and level flour carefully or weigh it to avoid too much flour which can dry out the bread.
  • The addition of yogurt or sour cream keeps the crumb soft and moist, especially if bananas aren’t very juicy.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a tender, soft crumb.
  • Store leftover banana bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • This loaf can also be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before slicing.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/banana-nut-bread-legendary-soft-slice-made-simple-recipe/