Classic Banana Bread Recipe

Name: Classic Banana Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter or vegetable oil, plus more for greasing pan; 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Fine salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1/4 cup buttermilk, sour cream or yogurt; 1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 4 soft, very ripe, darkly speckled medium bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup melted unsalted butter or vegetable oil, plus more for greasing pan
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Fine salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup buttermilk, sour cream or yogurt
1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
4 soft, very ripe, darkly speckled medium bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly butter one 9-by-5-inch loaf pan.
2
Whisk together the flour, pecans, granulated sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt and nutmeg in a large bowl.
3
Whisk together the eggs, melted butter, buttermilk, brown sugar and vanilla in a medium bowl; stir in the mashed bananas.
4
Fold the banana mixture into the flour mixture until just combined (it's OK if there are some lumps).
5
Pour the batter into the buttered pan and lightly tap the pan on the counter to evenly distribute the batter.
6
Bake until browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out completely clean, about 1 hour.
7
Let the bread cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then turn out onto a rack to cool completely.

1042

kcal

Calories

Fat

121

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter or vegetable oil, plus more for greasing pan, 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Classic Banana Bread falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic Banana Bread

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Variations & substitutions

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