Description
This Maple Walnut Banana Bread is a moist, naturally sweetened treat featuring ripe bananas, rich maple syrup, and crunchy walnuts. Perfect as a comforting breakfast or an afternoon snack, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients for a delicious homemade loaf baked to perfection.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) maple syrup
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup (60 g) walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Mash Bananas and Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly, then mix in the melted butter, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until you achieve a smooth, uniform batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Incorporate Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet banana batter, stirring gently just until everything is combined; overmixing can make the bread tough.
- Add Walnuts: Fold in the chopped walnuts carefully, and if desired, drizzle a little extra maple syrup for added sweetness.
- Transfer to Loaf Pan: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to ensure even baking.
- Bake: Place the pan in your preheated oven and bake the banana bread for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with no wet batter.
- Cool Down: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Let it cool completely for best texture and easy slicing.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moist texture.
- Chopped walnuts can be replaced or combined with other nuts or seeds if preferred.
- If you like extra sweetness, you can drizzle more maple syrup on top before serving.
- Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Ensure not to overmix your batter to keep the bread tender and soft.
