Cranberry Walnut Banana Bread
Warm, cozy, and irresistibly moist, Cranberry Walnut Banana Bread is the perfect twist on a classic comfort food. Infused with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, this quick bread is elevated with tart bursts of dried cranberries and the crunchy texture of chopped walnuts. A hint of cinnamon adds a subtle warmth, while a blend of brown and granulated sugars ensures the perfect balance of sweetness. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe creates a golden, aromatic loaf that's perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or enjoyed as is, this fall-inspired banana bread is a crowd-pleasing treat that’s just as delightful the next day—if you have any leftovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas
- 0.33 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.67 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.
Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and milk, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.7 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.1 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 254 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
