Banana Walnut Bread

Elevate your baking game with this moist and flavorful Banana Walnut Bread, a timeless classic packed with wholesome ingredients and irresistible texture. Perfectly ripe bananas lend natural sweetness and a rich, comforting aroma, while chopped walnuts add a delightful crunch to every bite. This one-bowl recipe combines ease with deliciousness, featuring pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and butter, along with a hint of vanilla for added warmth. Ready in just over an hour, this homemade quick bread makes for a satisfying breakfast, snack, or dessert. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or enjoy it as-is for a simple, crowd-pleasing treat. Whether you're using up overripe bananas or looking for a homemade baked good with a touch of nutty charm, this Banana Walnut Bread will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas
• 113 grams unsalted butter, melted
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 190 grams all-purpose flour
• 100 grams walnuts, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.

Step 3

Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas until well combined.

Step 4

Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir until well mixed.

Step 6

Add the flour and stir slowly until no dry flour remains visible.

Step 7

Gently fold in the chopped walnuts, making sure they are evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the banana walnut bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.

Step 11

Transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	968.8 grams (968.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3140

Total Fat 165.90g	213%
Saturated Fat 66.80g	334%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 433mg	144%
Sodium 2524mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 390.30g	142%
Dietary Fiber 21.10g	75%
Total Sugars 197.90g
Protein 47.40g	95%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 163mg	13%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 1988mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.0%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 48.1%