Old-Fashioned Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
sifted
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups mashed
ripened bananas, about 4-6
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- ¾ cup shortening
- 1½ cups sugar
- 3 eggs
- ¾ cup milk
- ½ cup pecans or walnuts
chopped
Directions
- 1
Sift flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda together.
- 2
Mash bananas. Add lemon juice and stir.
- 3
Cream shortening and sugar together with electric mixer.
- 4
Add eggs and beat until light and fluffy.
- 5
Add dry ingredients, a little at a time, mixing between each addition. Alternate dry ingredients with milk until both have been completely added.
- 6
Stir in bananas and nuts.
- 7
Pour into 2 greased loaf pans.
- 8
Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
- 9
Cool in pans for 10 minutes.
- 10
Remove from pans and cool on wire rack.
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About this Recipe
Craving a slice of comforting, home-baked goodness that reminds you of simpler times? This Old-Fashioned Banana Bread delivers that classic, nostalgic flavor, just like Grandma used to make, promising a taste of genuine warmth and tradition.What makes this recipe truly shine is its dedication to achieving that perfect, moist texture and rich, deeply satisfying flavor. It leverages a generous quantity of truly ripened bananas, which are essential for both sweetness and moisture, alongside a carefully balanced blend of ingredients. The subtle tang of lemon juice brightens the overall profile, ensuring the banana flavor is prominent but never overwhelming, while your choice of pecans or walnuts adds a delightful textural contrast that elevates each bite.Prepare for a truly delicious experience with every slice of this Old-Fashioned Banana Bread. You'll find a wonderfully tender and moist crumb that practically melts in your mouth, infused with a comforting sweetness and the natural fruitiness of ripe bananas. The optional, delicate crunch of chopped nuts provides a lovely counterpoint, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. This is not a dry, bland loaf; it’s a robust, flavorful bread that captures the essence of homemade comfort. It's a straightforward bake, requiring just 15 minutes of hands-on preparation before it spends a cozy 60 minutes in the oven, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that’s pure home.When it comes to customizing your loaf, this recipe offers a simple yet impactful choice: you can stick with classic pecans or opt for the equally delightful walnuts to achieve that signature nutty flavor and texture. For those who prefer a simpler loaf, the nuts can be omitted entirely, allowing the pure, sweet banana flavor to shine through even more.This Old-Fashioned Banana Bread is perfect for any occasion that calls for a touch of comforting warmth, from a hearty breakfast to a delightful afternoon snack or a simple, satisfying dessert. It's truly delicious served on its own, though a smear of butter enhances its rich taste beautifully.