3 very ripe bananas (medium/large)
½ cup unsalted butter (8 Tbsp) at room temperature
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ tsp vanilla extract
1 cup walnuts
½ cup raisins
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
Grease and flour a bread loaf pan (9.25 long x 5.25 wide x 2.75 deep).
Lightly roast walnuts on a skillet, continuously stirring so they won't burn.
Coarsely chop and cool to room temperature.
In a mixing bowl, cream together 8 Tbsp softened butter and 3/4 cup sugar (or honey if using honey).
Mash bananas with a fork until the consistency of chunky applesauce and add them to the batter along with 2 eggs, mixing until blended.
In a separate bowl, whisk together: 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1 tsp of baking soda and 1/2 tsp of salt then add to batter.
Add 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract and mix in chopped walnuts and raisins.
Pour into prepared loaf pan.
Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 55-60 min or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let banana bread rest for 10 min before transferring to a wire rack to cool.
Indulge in this incredibly moist banana bread featuring three perfectly ripe bananas, toasted walnuts, and sweet raisins. Made with real butter and a touch of vanilla, this classic recipe delivers perfectly tender slices with amazing texture and flavor. The secret to its superior moisture lies in properly mashed bananas and careful baking. Whether enjoyed warm with butter as a morning treat or savored as an afternoon snack, this banana bread stays deliciously fresh for days and freezes beautifully for future enjoyment. - Claude
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Servings
Makes one 9-inch loaf (about 12 slices)
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (1 slice) - Calories: 290; Total Fat: 13g (Saturated Fat: 4g); Cholesterol: 35mg; Sodium: 180mg; Total Carbohydrates: 42g (Dietary Fiber: 2g, Sugars: 22g); Protein: 5g; Calories from Fat: 117 (40%)
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.