Banana Nut Bread

 Banana Nut Bread (classic, moist & easy)

Here’s a reliable, bakery-style recipe you can make with basic ingredients.

 Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas (the browner, the better)
• 1/2 cup (115 g) butter, melted
• 3/4 cup (150 g) sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2–1 cup chopped walnuts (or pecans)

 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
2. Mash bananas in a bowl until smooth.
3. Mix in melted butter, then sugar, egg, and vanilla.
4. Stir in baking soda and salt.
5. Fold in flour gently (don’t overmix).
6. Add nuts, mix lightly.
7. Pour into pan and bake for 50–60 minutes.
8. Cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.

 Tips for best results

• Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture
• Don’t overmix once flour is added (keeps it soft, not dense)
• Add extras like chocolate chips or cinnamon if you want variation
• Toast the nuts beforehand for deeper flavor