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Moist Banana Nut Bread

A quick and easy solution to overripe bananas, transforming them into a soft, fluffy banana bread with walnuts and raisins.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces overripe bananas, mashed The riper, the better for flavor.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Make sure it's cooled slightly.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar Can substitute with brown sugar or maple syrup.
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped Can substitute with pecans.
  • 1/2 cup raisins

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas with the melted butter.
  3. Stir in the baking soda and salt.
  4. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the flour, mixing until just incorporated.
  6. Fold in the walnuts and raisins gently.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let cool before slicing.

Notes

For extra moisture, try adding a tablespoon of sour cream or yogurt to the batter. You can serve it warm, drizzled with honey or slathered with butter.