Moist Banana Bread Recipe

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   Set your oven to 350°F. Coat a 9.25 long x 5.25 wide x 2.75 deep loaf pan with grease and flour. Gently toast the walnuts in a skillet, keeping them moving constantly so they do not scorch. Chop them into rough pieces and allow them to reach room temperature.

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   Using a mixing bowl, beat together 8 Tbsp softened butter and 3/4 cup sugar until creamy.

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   Use a fork to mash the bananas until they reach the texture of chunky applesauce, then combine them with the butter mixture along with 2 eggs, stirring until fully incorporated.

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   Combine 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda and 1/2 tsp salt in a different bowl using a whisk, then stir this mixture into the wet ingredients.

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   Stir in 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract, the chopped walnuts, and the raisins. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan. Bake at 350°F for 55-60 min, testing with a toothpick in the middle until it comes out clean. Allow the loaf to sit for 10 min before placing it on a wire rack.

Recipe by @natashaskitchen on Pinterest. See the original for their notes and tips.