{"id":176660,"date":"2025-04-08T03:14:08","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T03:14:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/baking-category-a-b\/the-best-ever-banana-and-walnut-bread-recipe\/"},"modified":"2025-04-08T03:14:08","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T03:14:08","slug":"the-best-ever-banana-and-walnut-bread-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=176660","title":{"rendered":"The Best Ever Banana and Walnut Bread Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden\" style=\"display: none;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread.jpg\" data-pin-title=\"Banana and Walnut Bread\" data-pin-description=\"Simple to mix and bake with just 5 minutes prep time, this Banana and Walnut Bread is super moist, full of flavour, and the very best way to convert those ripe bananas into a delicious lunch box loaf! Serve toasted for breakfast, or buttered for lunch or after school, and slices can be frozen for grab-n-go snacks. #banana #bestbananabread #bananaloaf #baking #thermomix #lunchbox \" alt=\"A thick slice of banana and walnut bread on a plate, in front of the remainder of the loaf.\" class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner  dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-single\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-150x150.jpg\"\/><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-150x150.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread.jpg\" data-pin-title=\"Banana and Walnut Bread\" data-pin-description=\"Simple to mix and bake with just 5 minutes prep time, this Banana and Walnut Bread is super moist, full of flavour, and the very best way to convert those ripe bananas into a delicious lunch box loaf! Serve toasted for breakfast, or buttered for lunch or after school, and slices can be frozen for grab-n-go snacks. #banana #bestbananabread #bananaloaf #baking #thermomix #lunchbox \" alt=\"A thick slice of banana and walnut bread on a plate, in front of the remainder of the loaf.\" class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner  dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-single\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/div>\n<p><span id=\"dpsp-post-content-markup\" data-image-pin-it=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<p><em>Say hello to the best ever, super moist Banana and Walnut Bread recipe! This foolproof one-bowl recipe is made with four ripe bananas for the ultimate taste and texture and is scattered with crunchy walnuts throughout.<\/em><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"Simple to mix and bake with just 5 minutes prep time, this Banana and Walnut Bread is super moist, full of flavour, and the very best way to convert those ripe bananas into a delicious lunch box loaf! Serve toasted for breakfast, or buttered for lunch or after school, and slices can be frozen for grab-n-go snacks. #banana #bestbananabread #bananaloaf #baking #thermomix #lunchbox \" data-pin-title=\"Banana and Walnut Bread\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-8.jpg\" alt=\"Two thick slices cut away from the rest of the loaf.\" class=\"wp-image-84244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-8-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-8-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-8-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-8-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-8-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-8-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-8-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-8-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-8.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>If you love my most popular <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/best-banana-bread\/\">Caf\u00e9 Style Banana Bread<\/a><\/strong> recipe&#8230; then you&#8217;re going to love this version with creamy crunchy walnuts! This nut loaf can be served toasted and warm for breakfast<strong> or buttered for morning tea &#8211; <em>a great filler for lunchboxes too!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you uncover some <strong>overripe bananas<\/strong> in the fruit bowl <em>(which the kids won&#8217;t touch!)<\/em>, you have the <strong>BEST ingredients for this walnut banana bread!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t let your overripe bananas go to waste! <\/strong>As they ripen<strong> <\/strong>they just become sweeter, and therefore the perfect ingredient for <strong>baking cakes, loaves and muffins<\/strong>. Try my <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/easy-banana-cake-with-cream-cheese-frosting\/\">easy banana cake with cream cheese frosting<\/a><\/strong> or my simple <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/easy-banana-poppyseed-cake-vanilla-frosting\/\">banana poppyseed cake<\/a><\/strong> with frosting.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Endless varieties of muffins<\/strong> can use up those ripe bananas too &#8211; add some <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/easy-banana-chocolate-chip-muffins\/\">choc chips to banana muffins<\/a><\/strong>, try <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/banana-blueberry-muffins\/\">banana blueberry muffins<\/a><\/strong>, or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/strawberry-banana-yoghurt-muffins\/\">sweet strawberry banana muffins made with yogurt.<\/a><\/strong> These quick and easy <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/the-very-best-banana-recipes\/\">banana recipes<\/a><\/strong> make great snacks for hungry kids, and even better, you can freeze them for <strong>grab-n-go snacks<\/strong> on the run!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"A slice of banana and walnut bread on a plate.\" class=\"wp-image-84246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10.jpg\" alt=\"A slice of banana and walnut bread on a plate.\" class=\"wp-image-84246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-10.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-you-re-going-to-love-this-recipe\">Why You&#8217;re Going To Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n<p>You&#8217;re going to LOVE how easy this banana and walnut bread is to make! It really is the <strong>best banana bread recipe.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Homemade beats store-bought<\/strong> anytime! For the richest loaf with a slightly nutty flavor, it just has to be homemade! It looks just like those\u00a0caf\u00e9 style slices, yet you know there are no additives or preservatives included!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Great way to<\/strong> <strong>use up those overripe bananas<\/strong> &#8211; don&#8217;t waste them; their <strong>natural sweetness<\/strong> is what makes this loaf SO very delicious. This family favorite recipe is made with just a handful of simple ingredients. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Super quick to mix<\/strong> &#8211; once you have your ingredients prepared, this recipe can be mixed in just 5 minutes, then popped in the oven and enjoy the aroma while it bakes!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Versatile<\/strong> &#8211; serve walnut banana bread <strong>toasted and warm for breakfast<\/strong> or slathered in butter for <strong>morning tea, lunch <\/strong>or an<strong> after-school snack.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Freezer friendly<\/strong> &#8211; whilst this <strong>fresh loaf stores really well,<\/strong> I always pop a few individual slices in the freezer for<strong> last-minute lunch box fillers!<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Conventional and <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/thermomix-tm6-review\/\"><strong>Thermomix<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; instructions for both methods are included in the recipe card below.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"A close up of a slice cut in two, showing walnuts inside.\" class=\"wp-image-84247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11.jpg\" alt=\"A close up of a slice cut in two, showing walnuts inside.\" class=\"wp-image-84247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-11.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-you-need\">What You Need<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Basic baking ingredients<\/strong> combine with <strong>mashed bananas<\/strong> in this easy banana nut bread recipe.<\/p>\n<p><em>Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method<\/em>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Ingredients for banana walnut bread on a bench top.\" class=\"wp-image-84249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for banana walnut bread on a bench top.\" class=\"wp-image-84249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Butter<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; unsalted, softened to room temperature.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.csrsugar.com.au\/products\/csr-sugar-brown-1-kg-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brown sugar<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; is a mixture of <strong>white sugar and molasses<\/strong>. Molasses is a type of sugar-derived syrup and is responsible for the rich caramel flavour and dark colour. I recommend using light brown sugar for this recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bananas<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; mashed. Bananas should be ripe for the best banana bread.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.australianeggs.org.au\/facts-and-tips\/handling-eggs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eggs<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; large (approx 55-60g) at room temperature.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plain flour<\/strong> &#8211; also called <strong>all-purpose flour.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Bicarbonate of soda<\/strong> &#8211; in Australia, we often refer to this as <strong>bicarb soda<\/strong>, whereas overseas, it is often known as <strong>baking soda.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/queen.com.au\/products\/natural-vanilla-extract\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vanilla extract<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; or vanilla essence. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Walnuts<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; chopped.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Raw sugar<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; optional, to sprinkle over the top for that caf\u00e9 style finish!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-equipment-required\">Equipment Required<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Non-stick loaf tin<\/strong> &#8211; grease with cooking spray and line this with baking paper.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medium bowl, large mixing bowl and utensils.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Hand-held beaters, electric mixer, stand mixer or <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/thermomix-tm6-review\/\"><strong>Thermomix<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; for creaming and combining the mixture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oven<\/strong> &#8211; I use a fan-forced oven, so if you use a convection oven, increase the temperature by 10-20 degrees Celsius.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-by-step-instructions\">Step By Step Instructions<\/h2>\n<p>Make sure your <strong>butter, eggs and bananas are at room temperature,<\/strong> and your<strong> flour and bicarb soda are sifted beforehand <\/strong>for a super quick bread!<\/p>\n<p><em>Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method<\/em>.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-cream-the-butter-and-brown-sugar\">Step 1 &#8211; Cream The Butter And Brown Sugar<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Heat oven to\u00a0<strong>160 degrees Celsius fan-forced<\/strong>\u00a0(320 degrees Fahrenheit).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Grease and line a non-stick loaf tin (approximately 21cm x 11cm, or 8 inch x 4.5 inch) and set this aside.<\/p>\n<p>Place the <strong>softened butter and brown sugar<\/strong> into a large bowl. Using hand-held beaters or a stand mixer, cream the <strong>butter and brown sugar<\/strong> for 2 minutes or until pale and fluffy.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Brown sugar and butter creamed well in a white mixing bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-84238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2.jpg\" alt=\"Brown sugar and butter creamed well in a white mixing bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-84238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-2.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-add-the-mashed-banana\">Step 2 &#8211; Add The Mashed Banana<\/h3>\n<p>Add the <strong>mashed banana<\/strong> and <strong>eggs<\/strong> to the creamed mixture and beat on medium speed for 30 seconds or until the ingredients are well combined.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Mashed bananas stirred through the mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-84239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3.jpg\" alt=\"Mashed bananas stirred through the mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-84239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-3.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-add-the-sifted-flour-and-bicarb-soda\">Step 3 &#8211; Add The Sifted Flour And Bicarb Soda<\/h3>\n<p>Sift the dry ingredients<strong>, plain flour and bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)<\/strong>, into the bowl<strong> and gently <\/strong>combine the flour mixture through.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Flour and bicarbonate of soda sifted over the wet mix.\" class=\"wp-image-84240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4.jpg\" alt=\"Flour and bicarbonate of soda sifted over the wet mix.\" class=\"wp-image-84240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-4.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-add-the-remaining-ingredients\">Step 4 &#8211; Add The Remaining Ingredients<\/h3>\n<p>Add the <strong>salt, vanilla extract and chopped walnuts<\/strong> to the bowl. Gently fold all together with a spoon or rubber spatula.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Chopped walnuts added to the mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-84241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5.jpg\" alt=\"Chopped walnuts added to the mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-84241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-5.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-bake\">Step 5 &#8211; Bake<\/h3>\n<p>Pour the mixture into the prepared tin, and <strong>sprinkle a little raw sugar<\/strong> over the top (optional). This gives a <strong>crunchy caf\u00e9 style<\/strong> topping to the banana and walnut bread.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"The uncooked banana bread, sprinkled with raw sugar, in a tin lined with baking paper.\" class=\"wp-image-84242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6.jpg\" alt=\"The uncooked banana bread, sprinkled with raw sugar, in a tin lined with baking paper.\" class=\"wp-image-84242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-6.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Bake for 1 hour<\/strong>, or until golden brown on top and a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean or with a few crumbs <em>(see tips).<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Allow to cool in the tin before turning onto a wire rack to cool completely. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"The baked loaf with a crunchy topping, in a paper lined loaf tin.\" class=\"wp-image-84243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7.jpg\" alt=\"The baked loaf with a crunchy topping, in a paper lined loaf tin.\" class=\"wp-image-84243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-7.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-expert-tips\">Expert Tips<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">This delicious banana bread is such a\u00a0<strong>reliable, no-fail recipe<\/strong>, but here are a few extra tips to make sure your<strong>\u00a0moist banana and walnut loaf<\/strong>\u00a0is the very best it can be!<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Crunchy top &#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>sprinkle a little raw sugar over the top of the loaf before baking. The raw granulated sugar becomes crunchy and extra sweet when baked.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Substitutions &#8211; <\/strong>mix things up by swapping the walnuts for chopped pecans, add a touch of cinnamon or a handful of mini chocolate chips! The options are simply endless.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Easy removal &#8211; <\/strong>use a greased loaf pan lined with overhanging baking paper to allow for easy removal of the banana nut loaf once cooked.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Test to see if it&#8217;s cooked &#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>towards the end of baking time, insert a skewer into the middle of the loaf. If it comes out clean or with just a few crumbs, then it\u2019s cooked. All ovens are slightly different, so the bake time may vary slightly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid over-browning &#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>if you notice that your banana and walnut bread is browning too quickly <em>(it happens\u2026 all ovens are so different)<\/em>, simply place a sheet of aluminium foil loosely over the top and continue cooking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storing &#8211;<\/strong>\u00a0banana and walnut bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Freezing &#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>this loaf can be frozen either whole or in slices, wrapped in plastic wrap or foil and then placed in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Allow to defrost at room temperature before consuming.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"A close up image of thick slices of banana bread.\" class=\"wp-image-84245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9.jpg\" alt=\"A close up image of thick slices of banana bread.\" class=\"wp-image-84245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-9.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1739156798169\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can bananas be frozen to use later?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ripe bananas can be frozen to use in baking at a later date. The skins will go brown and the bananas soft, but this doesn&#8217;t detract from using them in baking recipes like this banana and walnut bread recipe. It just makes the loaf super moist and sweet!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1739164049365\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why do you use bicarbonate of soda in this banana and walnut bread?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">When used in baking, bicarb soda (or baking soda) acts as a chemical leavener, producing carbon dioxide in reaction to other ingredients, which produces the air bubbles that help the loaf rise.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"A cut slice of walnut and banana loaf, on a plate in front of the rest of the loaf.\" class=\"wp-image-84248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12.jpg\" alt=\"A cut slice of walnut and banana loaf, on a plate in front of the rest of the loaf.\" class=\"wp-image-84248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-360x540.jpg 360w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-180x270.jpg 180w, https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banana-and-Walnut-Bread-12.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Once more, <em>do not throw overripe bananas away! <\/em>They add a natural sweetness and make the best ingredient in so many banana-baking recipes!<\/p>\n<p><strong>WANT EVEN MORE DELICIOUS RECIPES?<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dashboard.mailerlite.com\/forms\/589806\/107969791150524105\/share\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dashboard.mailerlite.com\/forms\/589806\/107969791150524105\/share\">Subscribe to my newsletter<\/a>\u00a0or follow along on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/bakeplaysmileblog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bakeplaysmile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>. 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class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">breads and loaves<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">western<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hour<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hour<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-84219 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"84219\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">16<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">serves<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">249<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakeplaysmile.com\/about-bake-play-smile-melbourne-food-blogger\/\" target=\"_self\">Lucy &#8211; Bake Play Smile<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-2536413440\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-2536413440\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"width: 40px;height: 20px;margin-top: -10px;background-color: #cccccc;border-radius: 10px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"margin-left: 50px;\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-84219-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"84219\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-84219-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat oven to 160 degrees celsius fan-forced (320 degrees fahrenheit). Grease and line a non-stick loaf tin (approximately 21cm x 11cm, or 8 inch x 4.5 inch) and set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-84219-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place the softened butter and brown sugar into a bowl. Beat with a stand mixer or hand-held beaters for 2 minutes or until pale and fluffy.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>If using a Thermomix: <\/strong>Place the softened butter and brown sugar into the Thermomix bowl. Mix for 20 seconds, Speed 4. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and repeat for a further 20 seconds.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-84219-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the mashed banana and the eggs to the creamed butter mixture. Beat for 30 seconds or until well combined.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>If using a Thermomix: <\/strong>Add the bananas and mix for 5 seconds, Speed 5. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the eggs and mix for 5 seconds, Speed 5. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-84219-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Sift the plain flour and bi-carbonate soda (baking soda) into the bowl and gently combine.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-84219-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the salt, vanilla extract and walnuts and fold together with a spoon.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>If using a Thermomix: <\/strong>Add the plain flour, bi-carbonate soda, salt and vanilla extract and mix for 5 seconds, Speed 5. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and repeat for a further 5 seconds. Fold the walnuts through with the spatula. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-84219-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Pour the mixture into the prepared tin. Sprinkle a little raw sugar over the top (optional). <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-84219-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Cook for 1 hour or until a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean or with a few crumbs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>RECIPE NOTES &amp; TIPS<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Crunchy top &#8211; <\/strong>sprinkle a little raw sugar over the top of the loaf before baking. The raw granulated sugar becomes crunchy and extra sweet when baked.<\/li>\n<li><b><strong>Substitutions <\/strong><\/b>&#8211; mix things up by swapping the walnuts for chopped pecans, add a touch of cinnamon or a handful of mini chocolate chips! The options are simply endless.<\/li>\n<li><b>Test to see if it&#8217;s cooked &#8211;<\/b> towards the end of baking time<b>, <\/b>insert a skewer into the middle of the loaf. If it comes out clean or with just a few crumbs, it\u2019s cooked.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoiding over-browning &#8211; <\/strong>if you notice that your banana and walnut bread is browning too quickly (it happens\u2026 all ovens are so different), simply place a sheet of foil loosely over the top and continue cooking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storing &#8211;<\/strong> banana and walnut bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Freezing &#8211; <\/strong>can be frozen either whole or in slices, wrapped in plastic wrap or foil and then placed in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Allow to defrost at room temperature before consuming.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">249<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">31<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">13<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">37<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">227<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">188<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">16<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">238<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">28<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #000000\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script type=\"rocketlazyloadscript\">(function(d, s, id) {\n  var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];\n  if (d.getElementById(id)) return;\n  js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id;\n  js.src = \\\"\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/all.js#xfbml=1&appId=300705486722954\\\";\n  fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);\n}(document, \\'script\\', \\'facebook-jssdk\\'));<\/script><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Say hello to the best 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