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Preparation of Classic Banana Bread with Walnuts Recipe

Classic Banana Bread with Walnuts

  • Author: Louna
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Total Time: 80 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Classic banana bread with walnuts is a beloved treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich, nutty flavor of walnuts, resulting in a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for any time of day.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 ripe bananas: About 1 1/2 cups mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the banana mixture and mix gently.
  4. Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 60-65 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best sweetness and flavor.
  • Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
  • Freeze banana bread tightly wrapped for up to three months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: banana bread, walnuts, baking, dessert, snack