Ultimate Banana Nut Bread (Cake?) Recipe

Name: Ultimate Banana Nut Bread (Cake?)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh ground wheat flour (or all purpose flour); 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 cup butter; 1 cup white sugar; 1 cup brown sugar; 4 eggs, beaten; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 3 cups mashed overripe bananas; 1 -2 cup chopped walnuts (to taste) or 1 -2 cup chopped pecans (to taste)

Servings: persons

2 cups fresh ground wheat flour (or all purpose flour)
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar
4 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 cups mashed overripe bananas
1 -2 cup chopped walnuts (to taste) or 1 -2 cup chopped pecans (to taste)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease two 9X5 pans or three 8X4 loaf pans.
2
Mix together the flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder and set aside.
3
In a large bowl or mixer, blend the butter and sugars until well mixed.
4
Add the eggs and blend until smooth.
5
Mix in the bananas, vanilla, and cinnamon until creamy.
6
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredient in two batches, mixing completely and scraping sides between additions.
7
Stir in nuts last, then pour into loaf pans.
8
Bake for 45 to 65 minutes, depending on oven and altitude.
9
Check at 45 minutes and then at 10 minute intervals until toothpick comes out slightly damp but not wet.
10
Let cool in pans for 15 minutes.
11
Turn out of pans, wrap in foil, and cool on cooling rack for 1 hour.
12
The longer this one cools, the better it gets.
13
Enjoy!

1502

kcal

Calories

Fat

198

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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups fresh ground wheat flour (or all purpose flour), 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Ultimate Banana Nut Bread (Cake?) 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!

Ultimate Banana Nut Bread (Cake?)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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