Banana Walnut Bread

Banana Walnut Bread

Banana Walnut Bread is a delightful and moist treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the crunch of walnuts. It’s the perfect snack for breakfast, afternoon tea, or just anytime you crave something satisfying. This easy-to-make recipe ensures that you can enjoy homemade goodness with minimal effort.

Why Make This Recipe

Making Banana Walnut Bread is not just about enjoying a delicious snack; it’s also a fantastic way to use up ripe bananas that may be sitting on your counter. Plus, this recipe offers a unique twist by incorporating KRAFT MIRACLE WHIP Dressing, which adds moisture and flavor. It’s a simple, adaptable recipe that everyone in the family will love.

How to Make Banana Walnut Bread

Ingredients:

• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup KRAFT MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
• 1-1/3 cups mashed fully ripe bananas (about 3 bananas)
• 1-1/2 cups flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped PLANTERS Walnuts
• 1 tsp. baking soda
• 1 tsp. salt

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mash your 3 ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
2. Blend the mashed bananas with the egg and 1/2 cup of KRAFT MIRACLE WHIP Dressing. Set this mixture aside.
3. In a smaller bowl, mix the dry ingredients: sugar, salt, baking soda, and flour. Stir in the chopped walnuts.
4. Pour the dry ingredients into the banana mixture. Gently stir until everything is just moistened; do not overmix.
5. Lightly spray a 9×5 loaf pan with cooking spray.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F for about 60 minutes. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
9. Carefully remove the bread from the pan, slice, and enjoy. This bread is best served warm with a nice big glass of milk.

How to Serve Banana Walnut Bread

Banana Walnut Bread is delicious on its own, but you can enhance the experience by serving it warm with butter spread on top. It’s also great alongside a cup of coffee or tea. For a sweet twist, consider adding honey or maple syrup for drizzling.

How to Store Banana Walnut Bread

To keep your Banana Walnut Bread fresh, store it at room temperature in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it. Wrap the loaf tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, and it can last for up to 3 months in the freezer.

Tips to Make Banana Walnut Bread

• Use ripe bananas for the best flavor; the peel should be brown and spotty.
• Avoid overmixing the batter; mix just until everything is combined for a softer texture.
• If you like extra nuts, feel free to add more walnuts or even other nuts like pecans or almonds.

Variation

For a fun twist, you can add chocolate chips or dried fruits like raisins or cranberries to the batter. You could also experiment by adding spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg for added flavor.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen bananas?
Yes! Just thaw them completely, drain any excess liquid, and mash as usual.

2. Is it necessary to use KRAFT MIRACLE WHIP Dressing?
While the dressing adds unique flavor and moisture, you can substitute it with regular mayonnaise or yogurt if you prefer.

3. Can I make this bread gluten-free?
Absolutely! You can use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend in place of regular flour.

Banana Walnut Bread

A delightful and moist treat combining the sweetness of ripe bananas with the crunch of walnuts, perfect as a snack for breakfast or any time you crave something satisfying.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 10 slices

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 210

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Wet Ingredients

• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup KRAFT MIRACLE WHIP Dressing Can substitute with regular mayonnaise or yogurt.
• 1-1/3 cups mashed fully ripe bananas (about 3 bananas) Use ripe bananas; the peel should be brown and spotty.

Dry Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups flour Can replace with a gluten-free flour blend.
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped PLANTERS Walnuts Feel free to add more nuts like pecans or almonds.
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
2. Blend the mashed bananas with the egg and KRAFT MIRACLE WHIP Dressing. Set this mixture aside.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the dry ingredients: sugar, salt, baking soda, and flour. Stir in the chopped walnuts.
4. Pour the dry ingredients into the banana mixture and gently stir until just moistened; do not overmix.
5. Lightly spray a 9×5 loaf pan with cooking spray.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

Baking

1. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
3. Carefully remove the bread from the pan, slice, and enjoy.

Notes

For serving, consider spreading warm bread with butter. It pairs well with coffee or tea. Can add honey or maple syrup for a sweet twist. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.