Banana Bread with Walnuts

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract.

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

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, folding gently until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.

Fold in the toasted walnuts evenly throughout the batter.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Slice and serve.