Brown Sugar Banana Nut Bread I

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a 9x5 inch loaf pan by lightly greasing and flouring it. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This may take 3-5 minutes using an electric mixer.

Recipe View 3 mins Gradually incorporate the beaten eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed in before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas until well combined. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agent. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough bread. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Fold in the toasted walnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the batter. (1 minute)

Recipe View 1 mins Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. (1 minute)

Recipe View 1 hrs Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top of the bread begins to brown too quickly, tent it loosely with aluminum foil. (60 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)