Moist Banana Bread Delight: Easy Recipe with Crunchy Walnuts
This moist banana bread recipe with walnuts is the perfect treat to utilize overripe bananas.
Equipment
- Loaf pan
- - Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- - Measuring cups
- - Measuring spoons
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 4 large Mashed Very Ripe Bananas Adds natural sweetness and moisture.
- 1 cup Cane Sugar or Brown Sugar Provides sweetness; can substitute with honey.
- 1/2 cup Melted Butter or Vegetable Oil Enhances richness; can substitute with applesauce.
- 2 large Eggs Contributes necessary structure.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; optional.
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gives structure; can substitute with gluten-free blend.
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
- 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Infuses warmth.
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Infuses warmth.
- 1 cup Chopped Walnuts Adds crunch; can substitute with pecans.
Instructions
How to Make Banana Bread
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x4 or 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth and mix with sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, sea salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts or any other mix-ins.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle more walnuts on top if desired.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Serve with a smear of butter for extra indulgence. This banana bread is also freezer-friendly.