Homemade Banana Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Homemade Banana Bread
75 min.
8
306kcal
100%sweetness
7.98%saltiness
13.78%sourness
14.75%bitterness
10.39%savoriness
56.66%fattiness
0%spiciness

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This homemade banana bread recipe is a classic for a reason! It's a delicious, easy-to-make treat that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. The star of the show is, of course, the banana. Very ripe bananas give this bread its characteristic sweet flavor and moist texture. The addition of walnuts adds a nice crunch and some healthy fats, while spices like cinnamon and nutmeg (optional) can be added for a cozy, autumnal twist.

The best part about this recipe is that it's versatile and can be tailored to your taste preferences. You can add mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruit, or even experiment with different types of nuts. It's also a great way to use up overripe bananas that might otherwise go to waste. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful the bread will be.

This banana bread is a crowd-pleaser and is sure to impress your family and friends. It's a comforting treat that's perfect for sharing and can be enjoyed any time of the year. Whether you're looking for a quick breakfast option or an indulgent dessert, this homemade banana bread is a fantastic choice. So, preheat that oven and get ready to fill your kitchen with the mouthwatering aroma of freshly baked banana bread!

Ingredients

  •  banana very ripe
  • 1.5 cups flour 
  • 0.8 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  •  eggs 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup walnut pieces chopped

Equipment

  • oven
  • loaf pan
  • potato masher

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Beat together butter, sugar, vanilla, egg.
  2. Add bananas.With a potato masher or a fork, mash in banana and mix well.
  3. Add flour, baking soda, and salt.Stir until everything is combined.
  4. Add nuts and stir again.Spray a loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  5. Pour mixture into loaf pan.Cook for 55-65 minutes or until an inserted tooth pick comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts

Calories306kcal
Protein5.63%
Fat33.88%
Carbs60.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.73
Glycemic Load
31
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.1565217391304%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.13mg
Catechin
2.7mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
7.98%
Sourness:
13.78%
Bitterness:
14.75%
Savoriness:
10.39%
Fattiness:
56.66%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:305.89kcal
15.29%
Fat:11.81g
18.17%
Saturated Fat:5.42g
33.87%
Carbohydrates:47.43g
15.81%
Net Carbohydrates:45.32g
16.48%
Sugar:24.39g
27.1%
Cholesterol:40.8mg
13.6%
Sodium:279.34mg
12.15%
Protein:4.42g
8.84%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.47%
Selenium:10.52µg
15.03%
Folate:59.39µg
14.85%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.47%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.05%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.43%
Vitamin B3:1.74mg
8.71%
Fiber:2.11g
8.44%
Iron:1.45mg
8.07%
Copper:0.15mg
7.57%
Phosphorus:65.11mg
6.51%
Magnesium:25.72mg
6.43%
Potassium:215.98mg
6.17%
Vitamin A:295.36IU
5.91%
Vitamin C:3.91mg
4.74%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.73%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.09%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.46%
Calcium:16.14mg
1.61%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.08%
Vitamin K:1.1µg
1.05%
Source:Foodista