Nutty Banana Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
30%
Nutty Banana Bread
60 min.
3
1802kcal

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Indulge in the delightful aroma of freshly baked Nutty Banana Bread, a versatile treat that can be enjoyed as a morning meal, brunch, breakfast, or dessert. This vegetarian delight is not only simple to make but also offers a perfect blend of flavors and textures to satisfy your cravings. With a prep time of just 60 minutes and servings for three, it's an ideal choice for a cozy gathering or a comforting snack.

Each slice of this delectable bread boasts a rich, nutty flavor, courtesy of pecan and walnut pieces that add a delightful crunch. The recipe calls for a generous amount of mashed bananas, which not only impart a natural sweetness but also create a moist and tender crumb that's irresistible. The use of brown sugar enhances the overall warmth and depth of flavor, while the softened butter ensures a rich, buttery taste.

Baking this Nutty Banana Bread at 350 degrees Fahrenheit ensures it rises to perfection, with a golden-brown crust that yields to the soft, nutty interior. The baking soda reacts with the acidic bananas, creating a perfect leavening effect, and the walnuts and pecans add a satisfying crunch that complements the smooth banana base.

Whether you're looking for a comforting breakfast option or a deliciously satisfying dessert, this Nutty Banana Bread hits all the right notes. With a caloric breakdown that includes a good balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, it's a guilt-free indulgence. So, why not whip up a loaf and savor the comforting flavors of this nutty, banana-packed bread?

Ingredients

  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • 10  banana mashed
  • cup brown sugar 
  • 0.8 cup butter softened
  •  eggs beaten
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup pecans 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup walnut halves 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease three 8x4 inch loaf pans.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together flour, baking soda and salt. In a separate bowl, beat together bananas, butter, brown sugar and eggs. Stir banana mixture into flour mixture, just until combined. Fold in nuts.
  3. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  4. Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
  5. Let bread rest in pans for 10 minutes, ten remove loaves from pans and allow to cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1802kcal
Protein6.12%
Fat37.54%
Carbs56.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
69.93
Glycemic Load
112.99
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
47.217826179836%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.68mg
Delphinidin
0.6mg
Catechin
24.59mg
Epigallocatechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin
0.15mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.19mg
Kaempferol
0.43mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1801.85kcal
90.09%
Fat:77.74g
119.6%
Saturated Fat:33.48g
209.27%
Carbohydrates:262.51g
87.5%
Net Carbohydrates:246.16g
89.51%
Sugar:120.75g
134.16%
Cholesterol:285.69mg
95.23%
Sodium:1572.11mg
68.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.52g
57.03%
Manganese:3.34mg
167.23%
Folate:361.01µg
90.25%
Selenium:63.02µg
90.02%
Vitamin B6:1.78mg
88.97%
Vitamin B1:1.28mg
85.19%
Vitamin B2:1.18mg
69.39%
Fiber:16.35g
65.41%
Copper:1.12mg
55.87%
Potassium:1876.65mg
53.62%
Vitamin B3:10.56mg
52.79%
Iron:9.19mg
51.04%
Magnesium:202.92mg
50.73%
Phosphorus:449.26mg
44.93%
Vitamin C:34.69mg
42.05%
Vitamin A:1917.99IU
38.36%
Vitamin B5:2.93mg
29.33%
Zinc:3.38mg
22.56%
Calcium:172.22mg
17.22%
Vitamin E:2.57mg
17.11%
Vitamin B12:0.49µg
8.13%
Vitamin K:7.52µg
7.17%
Vitamin D:0.88µg
5.87%
Source:Allrecipes