Banana nut bread

Banana nut bread is a moist, sweet quick bread made from mashed ripe bananas, flour, sugar, and butter or oil, typically studded with chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. It's a beloved comfort food in American home baking, often made to use up overripe bananas. Unlike yeast breads, it's leavened with baking soda or powder for a tender, cake-like crumb.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This treat is high in carbohydrates and fats, providing a quick energy boost along with some dietary fiber and plant-based protein. A standard slice offers roughly 200-250 calories, with notable amounts of potassium from the bananas and healthy fats from the nuts.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	230 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	32 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	15 g
Sodium	180 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Vitamin C	3 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Copper	0.1 mg

Per 1 slice (85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, banana nut bread became a staple during the Great Depression as a frugal way to use overripe fruit, and it remains a symbol of homey resourcefulness. Nutritionally, the bananas add natural sweetness and moisture, reducing the need for excessive added sugar compared to many other baked goods.