Description
Indulge in the rich, moist goodness of this Paula Deen Banana Bread Recipe, a perfect representation of Southern comfort food. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful afternoon snack. With the warm sweetness of ripe bananas and hints of classic spices, this homemade banana bread is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Whether you enjoy it plain or with tasty add-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruits, each slice offers a comforting experience that everyone will love.
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.
- Grease a loaf pan thoroughly or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Mash the ripe bananas and mix in softened butter and eggs until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans carefully to avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg