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Ultra-Moist One-Bowl Brown Butter Banana Bread Recipe with Walnuts Made Easy

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This ultra-moist one-bowl brown butter banana bread with walnuts features a nutty, caramel-like flavor and a perfectly tender crumb. It’s easy to make with simple ingredients and is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped, toasted walnuts

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter: Place 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently as it melts. After 4-6 minutes, when it foams and turns golden with tiny brown flecks, remove from heat immediately to prevent burning. Pour into a large mixing bowl and let cool for 5 minutes.
  2. Mash the Bananas: While the butter cools, peel and mash 3 large ripe bananas in the mixing bowl with the butter until mostly smooth with some texture.
  3. Add Sugar and Eggs: Stir in 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar until combined. Crack in 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and stir to incorporate.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture. Fold gently using a spatula just until no flour remains; avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in Walnuts: Toast 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts in a dry skillet for 3-4 minutes until fragrant. Let cool, then fold into the batter evenly.
  7. Prepare the Pan: Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray. Pour the batter in and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking at 55 minutes with a toothpick inserted in the center. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Tent with foil after 40 minutes if browning too fast.
  9. Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

When browning butter, watch carefully to avoid burning. Use a light-colored pan for better color visibility. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the bread tender. Toast walnuts carefully and stir frequently to prevent burning. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to set the crumb. For dairy-free, substitute browned butter with browned coconut oil and use plant-based milk. Bananas can be ripened faster by baking at 300°F for 10-15 minutes.

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