Description
Starbucks Copycat Banana Nut Bread is a delightful and moist treat that captures the essence of your favorite cafรฉ right in your kitchen. This easy-to-make bread is bursting with the sweetness of ripe bananas and the crunch of walnuts, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, dessert, or a snack. Whether you enjoy it fresh from the oven or toasted with a pat of butter, this banana nut bread is sure to impress friends and family alike. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can whip up this comforting loaf anytime you crave something sweet. Plus, it freezes beautifully for those unexpected cravings!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 egg
- 1 1/8 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk or plant-based alternative
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 extra ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325ยฐF (165ยฐC). Spray an 8ร5 loaf pan with nonstick spray and line with parchment paper if desired.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together the egg, sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in buttermilk, vanilla extract, mashed bananas, and walnuts until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle additional walnuts on top if desired.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or dried fruits. If using whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, you may need to adjust the liquid slightly for moisture balance. Ensure bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness.
