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Ina Garten Banana Bread Recipe

Ina Garten Banana Bread Recipe

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The Ina Garten Banana Bread Recipe is a true delight. Soft, moist, and packed with rich banana flavor. This timeless recipe balances sweetness and texture perfectly.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg optional
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Mash bananas in a bowl.
  • Add eggs, sugars, oil, and vanilla.
  • Mix until fully combined.
  • In another bowl, whisk dry ingredients.
  • Add flour, soda, salt, and spices.
  • Stir dry into wet ingredients slowly.
  • Fold in walnuts if using.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Smooth the top gently.
  • Bake for 55–65 minutes.
  • Test with toothpick for doneness.
  • Let cool on a rack completely.
  • Slice and serve warm or cold.

Notes

  1. Use bananas with dark spots.
  2. Don’t overmix the batter.
  3. Line pan with parchment paper.
  4. Let bread cool before slicing.
  5. Add chocolate chips for fun.
  6. Freeze leftovers in slices.
  7. Use Greek yogurt for moisture.
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