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Best Easy Banana Bread with Walnuts – Kid-Approved Recipe

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A simple, no-fuss banana bread with walnuts that’s moist, tender, and perfect for busy families. Made with basic pantry ingredients, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that stays delicious for days.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ½ cups)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (1 stick)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup walnuts, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray. Optionally, line with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until some small chunks remain.
  3. Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir until well combined and smooth.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir gently with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  6. Gently fold the chopped walnuts into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with aluminum foil.
  9. Cool the bread in the pan on a cooling rack for 10 minutes.
  10. Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely on the rack before slicing (about 1 hour).

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas with brown spots. Toast walnuts lightly before adding for extra flavor. Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough bread. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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