Pistachio Banana Bread
Pistachio Banana Bread is a delightful twist on the classic favorite, merging the sweet flavor of ripe bananas with the rich, nutty crunch of pistachios. This moist and flavorful loaf is perfect for brunch, snack time, or as a comforting treat any day of the week. Simple to make and visually appealing with its green specks, it’s sure to become a new family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 medium overripe bananas
- 1 cup unsalted pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda before gently folding it into the wet mixture.
- Carefully fold in the chopped pistachios.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before slicing and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating cinnamon or swapping out pistachios for walnuts or chocolate chips. Store leftover banana bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.