Banana Bread with Walnuts
Few cake recipes are as satisfying as a well-made Banana Bread with Walnuts. The star here is all purpose flour, supported by a short list of everyday ingredients. Sweet without being heavy, it works just as well for an afternoon treat as for dessert. Below you will find the full ingredient list, the method, and a few tips we think make the difference.
- Serves 2
- Level Medium
Ingredients
- 490 g All purpose flour
- 50 ½ ?
- 1 pinch Salt
- 8 oz Butter, softened
- 320 g Turbinado sugar
- 4 Ea. (200 g) eggs
- 950 g Mashed banana
- 2 0.5 cups walnuts, coarsely chopped
- Turbinado sugar for sprinkling
Method
- Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Whisk the eggs, and gradually beat them into the butter mixture.
- Mix in one third of the flour mixture, followed by half the banana. Continue alternating in this way until all the dry mixture and mashed banana is incorporated.
- Stir in the walnuts.
- Grease and line 2 loaf pans. Divide batter evenly between pans. Sprinkle the tops with additional turbinado sugar.
- Bake at 350°F for at least 1 hour. After this point, check the banana bread every 10 minutes or so until it is done. It will be browned, and a skewer inserted into the center of the loaf should come out clean with no more than moist crumbs attached.
- Let cool to room temperature in the pans. Unmold.
Tips for the best Banana Bread with Walnuts
- Preheat the oven fully before anything goes in — a cold start changes the texture.
- Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
Variations
- Swap the egg for silken tofu — keep the cooking time similar and check for doneness.
- Individual portions: divide into ramekins or a muffin tin and reduce the baking time by about a third.
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
Serving ideas
Dust with icing sugar just before serving and pair with coffee or tea.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
Is this Banana Bread with Walnuts recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 9 ingredients and 8 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Can I make Banana Bread with Walnuts ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
How many people does this Banana Bread with Walnuts recipe serve?
As written it serves 2. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 2×2.
What can I substitute for all purpose flour?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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