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Banana Bread With Maple Syrup And Walnuts

Banana Bread With Maple Syrup And Walnuts

There's nothing like the smell of freshly baked banana bread wafting through the kitchen. It's a classic recipe that's been enjoyed for generations, but why not switch things up a bit? In this recipe, we'll be adding maple syrup and walnuts to give your banana bread a little extra flavor and crunch.

Ingredients

Ingredients For Banana Bread
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.

Instructions

Banana Bread With Maple Syrup And Walnuts Recipe
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter.
  2. Add the baking soda and salt and stir to combine.
  3. Stir in the maple syrup, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add in the flour, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it and placing it on a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve your banana bread with a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy!

Variations

Banana Bread With Pecans

Don't feel like using walnuts? No problem! You can easily swap them out for pecans or even almonds. You can also add in chocolate chips or dried fruit, like raisins or cranberries, for a different flavor profile. Feel free to get creative!

Conclusion

This banana bread recipe is a delicious and easy way to use up those overripe bananas that are sitting on your counter. The addition of maple syrup and walnuts takes this classic recipe to the next level, adding a subtle sweetness and a satisfying crunch. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast or as a sweet treat after dinner, this banana bread is sure to become a family favorite.

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