The Best And Easiest Banana Nut Bread Recipe

This old family recipe for banana nut bread is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Using overripe bananas (the riper, the better!), this recipe is incredibly easy and requires ingredients you likely already have. Perfect for using up those extra ripe bananas – just pop them in the fridge until you're ready to bake. This recipe makes enough for two large loaf pans or three smaller ones (adjust baking time accordingly!). Get ready for moist, delicious banana bread that's bursting with nutty flavor!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 305.2 kcal

Protein 8g

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Ingredients for The Best And Easiest Banana Nut Bread

1 cup (2 sticks) Crisco shortening
White Sugar
2 large eggs
3 very ripe bananas
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
Walnuts

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How to Make The Best And Easiest Banana Nut Bread

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour two large (9x5 inch) loaf pans or three smaller loaf pans.
In a large mixing bowl, mash 3 very ripe bananas with a fork.
Add 1 cup (2 sticks) of Crisco shortening, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and 2 large eggs to the mashed bananas.
Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
Pour batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans.
Bake for 65-70 minutes for two large loaf pans, or 55-60 minutes for three small loaf pans. Check for doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center – it should come out clean.
Let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

97g

Fat

17g

Carbs

15g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make The Best And Easiest Banana Nut Bread?

The Best And Easiest Banana Nut Bread takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in The Best And Easiest Banana Nut Bread?

The Best And Easiest Banana Nut Bread has approximately 305.2 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for The Best And Easiest Banana Nut Bread?

The key ingredients for The Best And Easiest Banana Nut Bread are Crisco, White Sugar, Eggs, Bananas, Flour, Baking Soda. See the full list with measurements above.