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crunchy nut banana bread

Irresistible Banana Bread With Crunchy Nuts

This moist, flavorful banana bread transforms overripe bananas into a delightful homemade treat. Made with a simple one-bowl method, the natural sweetness of bananas pairs perfectly with crunchy nuts for an irresistible texture contrast that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 overripe bananas
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 cup chopped peanuts or cashews according to preference
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup cooking oil

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Toothpick

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and lightly grease a loaf tin.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients: flour, sugar, cooking oil, water, baking powder, baking soda, bananas, and your choice of chopped nuts.
  3. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Don't worry if the mixture seems dry at first - continue stirring until it transforms into a pasty liquid consistency.
  4. Transfer the batter into your prepared loaf tin, spreading it evenly.
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until golden brown on top.
  6. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center - it should come out clean when the bread is fully baked.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For the best flavor, use bananas that are very ripe with plenty of brown spots - they'll be sweeter and more flavorful. This bread keeps well at room temperature for up to 3 days when wrapped tightly, or can be frozen for up to 3 months. For a delicious variation, try adding 1 teaspoon of cinnamon or vanilla extract to the batter.
Serve slices warm with a spread of butter or cream cheese for an extra treat. This recipe is very forgiving and works well with various nut substitutions like walnuts or pecans if preferred.