Wholesome Walnut Banana Bread

Wholesome Walnut Banana Bread

Introduction

Banana bread is a classic comfort food, and this Wholesome Walnut Banana Bread takes it to the next level with the goodness of whole wheat pastry flour, almond flour, and the delightful crunch of chopped walnuts. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert, this recipe is both nutritious and delicious. Let’s dive into the details of how to make this wholesome treat!

Ingredients

• 2 very ripe bananas, mashed (1 cup)
• ½ cup coconut sugar, or regular sugar
• ¾ cup almond milk, or any milk
• ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil, more for brushing
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1½ cups whole wheat pastry flour
• ½ cup almond flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• ½ cup chopped walnuts

Topping:

• 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
• 1½ tablespoon rolled oats

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and brush a 9×5-inch loaf pan with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, coconut sugar, almond milk, extra-virgin olive oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, sea salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Fold in Walnuts: Gently fold in the chopped walnuts into the batter.
6. Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the top with the remaining chopped walnuts and rolled oats for a crunchy topping.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 42 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Nutritional Information

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 60 minutes
• Calories: 290 per slice
• Servings: 12 slices

Conclusion

This Wholesome Walnut Banana Bread is the perfect blend of sweet and nutty flavors, with a moist texture that will have everyone asking for seconds. It’s easy to make and filled with nutritious ingredients, making it a great addition to any meal or as a standalone snack. Enjoy baking and savor every bite of this delightful bread!

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