Go Nuts for Banana Bread Recipe

Name: Go Nuts for Banana Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ teaspoons vegetable shortening or 1 ½ teaspoons unsalted butter; 3 ripe bananas (the riper the sweeter); 2 eggs; ¾ cup vegetable oil; 1 cup packed light brown sugar; ½ cup sour cream; ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ½ teaspoon salt; ¾ cup chopped walnut pieces (optional); 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

Servings: persons

1 ½ teaspoons vegetable shortening or 1 ½ teaspoons unsalted butter
3 ripe bananas (the riper the sweeter)
2 eggs
¾ cup vegetable oil
1 cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup sour cream
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup chopped walnut pieces (optional)
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

1
Make sure the oven rack is in the center position and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Lightly grease a 6 by 9-inch loaf pan with the vegetable shortening or butter.
3
Peel the bananas and place in a small mixing bowl.
4
Mash with the back of a fork until there are no big lumps remaining.
5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, oil, and sour cream, and whisk until smooth.
6
Add the cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, mashed bananas, and walnuts to the egg mixture and whisk to combine.
7
Add the flour and stir until just combined.
8
Do not overmix!
9
Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake until golden brown and risen, about 50 minutes.
10
Using oven mitts or pot holders, remove the loaf from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes in the pan.
11
Turn out onto a wire rack to finish cooling before serving.
12
Don't be alarmed when your banana bread splits open on top while it's baking; this is supposed to happen.
13
To be sure your bread is done, perform the toothpick trick.

1309

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 ½ teaspoons vegetable shortening or 1 ½ teaspoons unsalted butter, 3 ripe bananas (the riper the sweeter), 2 eggs, ¾ cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Go Nuts for Banana Bread falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Go Nuts for Banana Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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