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Banana Bread with Walnuts

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Moist banana bread with walnuts, perfect for ripe bananas. 15 minutes preparation, 45 minutes baking time. Makes one loaf for 12 servings.
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Updated on Fri, 04 Apr 2025 19:31:00 GMT
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A moist banana bread combines the natural sweetness of overripe bananas with the crunchy texture of roasted walnuts. The combination of moist dough and caramelized notes makes it a perfect breakfast pastry or afternoon snack. The intense banana flavor is perfectly rounded off by brown sugar and a hint of cinnamon.

Essential Ingredients

  • Overripe bananas: For maximum sweetness and moisture
  • Walnuts: Crunchy texture
  • Brown sugar: Caramel note
  • Melted butter: Flavor
  • Cinnamon: Warm aroma
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Path to Perfect Banana Bread

Preparing bananas:
Use almost black, ripe bananas. Thoroughly mash with a fork.
Developing the batter:
Mix bananas with butter, sugar, and egg. Gently fold in sifted flour. Incorporate walnuts (save some for topping).
Baking and finishing:
Pour batter into greased pan. Sprinkle with walnuts. Bake at 160°C fan for 45-50 minutes. Perform toothpick test.
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Creative Variations

  • Mix in chocolate chunks
  • Hazelnuts instead of walnuts
  • Cardamom as a spice
  • Maple syrup instead of brown sugar

This banana bread is the perfect way to transform overripe bananas into a delicious pastry.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ How ripe should the bananas be?
The riper and browner the bananas, the sweeter and moister the bread will be. Brown-spotted bananas are ideal.
→ Can I use other nuts?
Yes, pecans or macadamia nuts are good alternatives. A mix of different nuts also tastes delicious.
→ How long does banana bread keep?
Well wrapped at room temperature for 3-4 days. In the refrigerator up to a week. It also freezes well.
→ Why does the bread sometimes get soggy?
Too much banana mash or too short baking time can cause this. Use the toothpick test and let it cool completely.
→ Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes, ripe bananas are very sweet. The sugar can be reduced by up to half.

Moist Banana Bread with Walnuts

Classic banana bread with walnuts. Moist and sweet inside, crispy on top. A simple recipe for the whole family.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
45 Minutes
Total Time
60 Minutes
By: Reham


Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 12 Servings (1 loaf)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ For the batter

01 3 medium ripe bananas (the spottier, the better)
02 1 cup (100g) walnuts, roughly chopped
03 1¾ cups (200g) all-purpose flour
04 1/3 cup (75g) butter, melted and slightly cooled
05 1/3 cup packed (80g) brown sugar
06 1 large egg, at room temperature
07 2 teaspoons (10g) baking powder
08 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ For the pan

09 A bit of butter for greasing the loaf pan

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) fan/convection. Lightly grease a 9x4 inch (23x10cm) loaf pan with butter. In a bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until mostly smooth but still with some small chunks. Roughly chop the walnuts and set aside about 1/3 of them for topping.

Step 02

In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, melted butter, egg, and brown sugar until well combined. Add the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon, then stir just until no dry patches remain (don't overmix). Fold in 2/3 of the chopped walnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 03

Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Sprinkle the reserved walnuts over the surface. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.

Step 04

Allow the banana bread to cool completely in the pan at room temperature (about 1 hour). This helps the texture develop and makes it easier to remove from the pan without breaking. Once cooled, run a knife around the edges and turn out onto a serving plate.

Notes

  1. The riper your bananas (with lots of brown spots), the more moisture and flavor they'll add to your bread.
  2. Always test for doneness with a wooden skewer or toothpick - baking times can vary depending on your oven.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x4 inch (23x10cm) loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork for mashing bananas

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains gluten (wheat flour)
  • Contains tree nuts (walnuts)
  • Contains eggs
  • Contains dairy (butter)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 280
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 35 g
  • Protein: 6 g