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Easy One-Bowl Moist Banana Bread with Walnuts

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A forgiving, simple banana bread recipe that comes together in one bowl with minimal effort. Using overripe bananas and a gentle mixing method ensures a tender, moist loaf with a caramelized crust.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large ripe bananas (heavily spotted or black)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup walnuts, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Peel ripe bananas and mash them in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth with a few small lumps (about 1 ½ cups).
  3. Add melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the bananas. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Add flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture.
  5. Stir gently with a spoon or spatula until the flour just disappears. Do not over-mix.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped walnuts.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. Do not over-mix the batter to avoid a dense texture. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil after 30 minutes. For dairy-free, swap butter for coconut oil. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

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