Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Paula Deen’s Banana Bread Recipe, a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the warmth of spices. This moist and rich banana bread is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a delectable dessert. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, even novice bakers can create a delicious loaf that will have everyone coming back for more. Enhanced with crunchy pecans for added texture, this recipe is not only satisfying but also versatile enough to enjoy any time of day. Whether served warm with butter or paired with fresh fruit, each slice is pure Southern comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 overly ripe bananas
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, mash bananas until smooth; mix in softened butter and eggs.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Stir in chopped pecans evenly without overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg