Walnut Crunch Banana Bread Recipe

This Walnut Crunch Banana Bread recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich flavor of walnuts, creating a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. The addition of crunchy walnuts adds texture and enhances the overall flavor of the classic banana bread recipe.

This recipe is easy to follow and requires simple ingredients, making it a great option for both novice and experienced bakers.

Delicious Walnut Crunch Banana Bread

This banana bread features a moist and tender crumb, complemented by the crunch of walnuts. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and yields one loaf, perfect for sharing or enjoying throughout the week.

Ingredients

3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/3 cup melted butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch of salt
3/4 cup sugar (can reduce to 1/2 cup for less sweetness)
1 large egg, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon for added flavor

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.

Add Sugar and Egg: Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir to combine. Add the flour and mix until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
Fold in Walnuts: Gently fold in the chopped walnuts and cinnamon, if using.

Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!