Ina Garten Banana Bread Recipe
I love the smell of fresh Ina Garten Banana Bread Recipe filling my kitchen. It reminds me of quiet mornings and cozy afternoons. Whenever I spot overripe bananas on my counter, I know what to do. After years of testing recipes, one has truly stood out to me. That’s Ina Garten Banana Bread Recipe. Ina Garten Banana Bread Recipe rich, moist, and unbelievably easy to make. Every bite tastes like comfort.
Equipment
- 9×5-inch loaf pan
- Mixing bowls (large and medium)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk and spoon or spatula
- Oven
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas about 1½ cups mashed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1¾ cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon fine salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 cup toasted pecans or walnuts chopped
Instructions
Preheat And Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Mash The Bananas
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
Mix Wet Ingredients
- To the mashed bananas, add the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Combine Wet And Dry Mixtures
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Add Nuts (Optional)
- Fold in the chopped toasted pecans or walnuts if using.
Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool
- Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.