This Banana Bread with Walnuts and Raisins is the ultimate comfort food, with a perfect balance of sweetness from ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and chewy raisins. The bread is incredibly moist, flavorful, and easy to make, making it a great treat for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. Whether you’re using overripe bananas or just craving a delicious loaf, this banana bread recipe is sure to be a favorite!
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or 3/4 cup if you prefer a less sweet bread)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1/2 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup raisins (or other dried fruit of your choice)