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Banana Walnut Bread

Moist and Easy Banana Walnut Bread to Cherish Every Bite

This Moist Banana Walnut Bread is a delightful blend of health and flavor, making it a perfect choice for breakfast or snacks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Whole wheat flour can substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon salt No substitutes recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh.
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature.
  • 3 to 4 large ripe bananas The riper, the better.
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Can be replaced with buttermilk.
  • ½ cup agave syrup Honey or maple syrup can substitute.
  • ½ cup light brown sugar Regular granulated sugar is an option.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Can substitute with vinegar.
  • 1 cup walnuts Swap with pecans or almonds if desired.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 355°F (180°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking soda. Whisk and set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix with bananas, yogurt, agave syrup, brown sugar, and lemon juice.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients gently.
  5. Add chopped walnuts to the batter and mix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for approximately 40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture. Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.

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