Maple Banana Nut Bread
Experience the cozy charm of homemade *Maple Banana Nut Bread*, a flavorful twist on a classic comfort food! This moist and tender loaf combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich, amber notes of pure maple syrup for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Accented with warm cinnamon and studded with crunchy walnuts (or pecans), this recipe delivers a delightful combination of textures in every bite. Simple to make in just 15 minutes of prep, this one-bowl wonder features pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking soda, and vanilla extract. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack, serve it plain or with a pat of butter for an irresistible treat. Whether you're catering to family or entertaining guests, this maple-infused banana nut bread is sure to delight and have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.75 cup chopped walnuts (or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.
Stir in the melted butter, maple syrup, and granulated sugar until well combined.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk until the mixture is smooth.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chopped walnuts (or pecans) with a spatula, ensuring they're evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve slices plain or with a smear of butter, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.8 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.0 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 2609 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 409.3 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 169.8 g | ||
| Protein | 57.4 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2334 mg | 50% | |
*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.
