Banana Nut Bread

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease and lightly flour two 8x4-inch loaf pans. This ensures easy release after baking. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until well combined. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agents. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins In a separate bowl, combine the mashed bananas, eggs, vegetable oil, chopped pecans, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just moistened. A few streaks of flour are okay; overmixing can lead to a tough bread. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans. If desired, sprinkle the tops with additional chopped pecans for a beautiful finish. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 53 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The bread should be golden brown and spring back lightly when touched. (45-60 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents the bread from sticking to the pan and allows it to retain its moisture. (10 minutes)