Maple Walnut Banana Bread

Sweet, nutty, and irresistibly moist, this Maple Walnut Banana Bread is a delightful twist on the classic comfort bake. Infused with the natural sweetness of maple syrup and a touch of warm cinnamon, this recipe transforms overripe bananas into a perfectly balanced loaf that’s rich in flavor yet incredibly light. Toasty chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch, while melted butter and vanilla extract elevate the bread's aromatic depth. Ready in just over an hour and yielding 10 generous slices, this easy banana bread is ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert. Plus, it’s made with simple pantry staples, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion. Serve warm or enjoy at room temperature—either way, it's guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 3 large Ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.75 cup Chopped walnuts

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

Peel the ripe bananas and mash them in a large mixing bowl until smooth.

Step 4

Add the maple syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and eggs to the mashed bananas. Stir until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped walnuts with a spatula to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1035.8 grams (1035.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2822

Total Fat 119.90g	154%
Saturated Fat 39.40g	197%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 501mg	167%
Sodium 2421mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 401.50g	146%
Dietary Fiber 24.50g	88%
Total Sugars 160.40g
Protein 56.50g	113%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 208mg	16%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 2262mg	48%

*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: 37.1%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 55.2%