Description
Indulge in the rich, moist flavors of this Paula Deen Banana Bread Recipe, a delightful homemade treat that brings Southern comfort to your kitchen. Packed with ripe bananas and complemented by warm spices, this banana bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. The addition of crunchy pecans elevates each slice, making it a must-try for any baking enthusiast. With its straightforward preparation steps, this recipe is ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Whether enjoyed plain or with your favorite spreads, this banana bread will have you reaching for seconds!
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 the oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Mash the bananas in another bowl and mix in softened butter and eggs until smooth.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; some lumps are fine.
- Gently add chopped pecans to the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 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 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg