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Perfect Banana Nut Bread - Quick Baking Recipe for Busy Days

This delicious banana nut bread is quick to prepare and perfect for busy mornings or snacks. Moist, flavorful, and easy to customize with walnuts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bananas
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix mashed bananas with melted butter, then add baking soda, salt, sugar, egg, and vanilla; stir well.
  3. Fold in flour and walnuts (if using) until just combined.
  4. Pour batter into a greased loaf pan.
  5. Bake for 60-65 minutes; cool before slicing.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a handful of chocolate chips or dried fruit.