Very Vanilla Banana Bread Recipe

Name: Very Vanilla Banana Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter, softened; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 2 eggs, slightly beaten; 1 cup mashed ripe banana; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 cups flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup mashed ripe banana
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

1
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Combine the initial 2 tablespoons of butter and next three ingredients; mix with fork until crumbly. Set aside.
3
Cream the 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup sugar in bowl until light and fluffy (about 8-10 minutes).
4
In separate bowl blend eggs with bananas sour cream and 2 teaspoons of vanilla.
5
Gradually add this mixture to creamed butter and sugar and mix well.
6
In a separate bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
7
Stir into banana mixture until just blended.
8
Sprinkle half of the pecan mixture over bottom of greased loaf pan.
9
Add batter; sprinkle remaining pecan mixture over top.
10
Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.
11
Remove to wire rack to cool.

1008

kcal

Calories

Fat

129

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, softened, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Very Vanilla 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.

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Very Vanilla Banana Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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