Description
A delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich, nutty flavor of walnuts, this Healthy Walnut Crunch Banana Bread is moist, fluffy, and has a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (plus extra for topping)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil or melted coconut oil (optional, for moisture)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add honey, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into a prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle additional walnuts on top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil before freezing for up to three months.
- To reheat, warm in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: banana bread, healthy, walnut, baking, snack