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Moist Classic Banana Bread with Toasted Walnuts

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A simple, moist banana bread recipe using just a few key ingredients. The secret to perfect texture lies in using overripe bananas, toasting walnuts beforehand, and baking in a light-colored aluminum pan at a lower temperature.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and grease lightly.
  2. Toast walnuts in the oven for 5-7 minutes or in a dry skillet for 3-4 minutes until fragrant. Let cool completely.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, mash ripe bananas thoroughly.
  4. Add softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar to the bananas. Mix until smooth.
  5. Stir in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
  6. Sprinkle flour, baking soda, and salt over the wet mixture. Gently fold in until just combined; do not overmix.
  7. Fold in the cooled, toasted walnuts.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 55-65 minutes. Do not open the oven door before 45 minutes. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
  10. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture. Toasting the walnuts enhances their flavor. Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture. If using a dark metal pan, lower oven temperature by 25°F. Store wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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