Paula Deen Banana Nut Bread
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Paula Deen’s Banana Nut Bread Recipe. This delightful loaf combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with crunchy walnuts, making it a perfect treat for any time of day—whether it’s a cozy breakfast or an afternoon snack with coffee. Simple to prepare and sure to impress, this recipe transforms overripe bananas into a moist, flavorful bread that can be easily customized with your favorite nuts or spices. With just a few basic ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll enjoy creating this classic favorite that feeds a crowd and leaves everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- Pinch salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8×4-inch loaf pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Stir in mashed bananas until just mixed.
- Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until fully incorporated; small lumps are okay.
- Fold in chopped walnuts evenly throughout the batter.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg