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Banana Bread With Walnuts And Brown Sugar

Banana bread is a classic and beloved dessert that brings back memories of home cooking and warm kitchens. This recipe for banana bread with walnuts and brown sugar takes that classic recipe and makes it even better, adding a rich flavor and satisfying crunch that will make this dessert a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

To make this banana bread with walnuts and brown sugar, you will need the following ingredients:

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Bananas

Instructions

To make this banana bread with walnuts and brown sugar, follow these steps:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter.
  3. Add the baking soda, salt, and brown sugar to the bowl and mix well.
  4. Stir in the beaten egg and vanilla extract.
  5. Add the flour and mix until just combined.
  6. Stir in the chopped walnuts.
  7. Pour the batter into your greased loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Wheat Flour

Tips

Here are some tips to ensure your banana bread with walnuts and brown sugar turns out perfectly:

  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
  • Melt your butter before adding it to the mixing bowl.
  • Don't overmix the batter - mix until the ingredients are just combined.
  • Chop your walnuts before adding them to the batter.
  • Let the banana bread cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving to prevent it from falling apart.

Walnuts

Variations

If you want to mix things up, here are some variations of this recipe:

  • Substitute the walnuts for pecans or almonds.
  • Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the batter for a chocolate twist.
  • Mix in 1/2 cup of dried cranberries for a tangy flavor.
  • Serve slices of warm banana bread with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Chocolate Chips

Conclusion

This banana bread recipe with walnuts and brown sugar is a classic recipe made even better with the addition of chopped walnuts and brown sugar. It's easy to make, delicious to eat, and perfect for any occasion. Try this recipe out for yourself and see why banana bread is such a beloved dessert all around the world.

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