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Paula Deen Banana Bread Recipe

Paula Deen Banana Bread Recipe

Paula Deen Banana Bread Recipe is soft, moist, and full of rich banana flavor. This easy homemade bread uses ripe bananas, simple pantry ingredients, and warm spices to create a comforting treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Whisk
  • Loaf pan (9x5 inch)
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, optional
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional

Instructions
 

Prepare Bananas

  • Take ripe bananas and place them in a large bowl. Mash them using a fork or potato masher. Keep mashing until smooth with small lumps for texture.

Mix Wet Ingredients

  • Add melted butter into mashed bananas. Then add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix everything well using a whisk until smooth and creamy texture forms.

Combine Dry Ingredients

  • In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir gently so all dry ingredients are evenly combined and ready for the banana bread batter.

Mix Batter

  • Slowly add dry ingredients into wet mixture. Stir gently using a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix because it can make the bread dense and heavy.

Add Walnuts

  • If using walnuts, fold them gently into the batter. Spread them evenly so every slice has a nice crunch and flavor in the banana bread.

Prepare Pan

  • Grease a loaf pan with butter or oil. Pour the batter inside evenly. Tap lightly on counter to remove air bubbles before baking.

Bake Banana Bread

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake banana bread for 55 to 60 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick inserted in center until it comes out clean.

Cool and Slice

  • Let banana bread cool in pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a rack. Cooling helps set texture before slicing into soft, delicious pieces.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter or bread may become dense.
  • Walnuts can be replaced with chocolate chips.
  • Store in airtight container to keep moist.
  • Freeze slices for later use up to 2 months.
  • Serve warm with butter or honey for best taste.
Keyword Paula Deen Banana Bread Recipe