Easy Banana Nut Bread

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.

In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Try to eliminate any large chunks to ensure an even texture in the bread.

Stir in the melted butter into the mashed bananas until well combined.

Mix in the sugar, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract until everything is thoroughly incorporated.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.