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Pistachio Banana Bread

A moist banana bread loaf with chopped pistachios for a nutty crunch, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Use fully ripe bananas with brown speckles for the best results.
  • 1 cup sugar You can reduce sugar slightly if bananas are very ripe.
  • 1/2 cup melted butter Ensure the butter is melted for mixing.
  • 2 pieces eggs For a lighter crumb, beat eggs with sugar before adding dry ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor to the bread.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential for leavening.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavors.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can swap half for whole wheat for a nuttier taste.
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios Coat lightly with flour to prevent sinking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir in the melted butter.
  4. Mix in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix in.
  6. Add the flour and stir until just incorporated.
  7. Fold in the chopped pistachios.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  2. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Allow to cool before slicing and serving.

Notes

Serve slices at room temperature for the best texture. Wrap the cooled loaf tightly for storage; refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze slices for longer storage.