Banana Walnut Bread - Healthy Option
Naturally sweet bananas and rich nutty walnuts add layers of flavor to this delicious bread. Enjoy it with a cup of coffee or tea or anytime you feel like a little something indulgent. This is also a wonderful gift to give at the holidays or as a hostess gift, wrapped in parchment and tied with a pretty holiday ribbon.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 2 large ripe bananas, 10 oz. each
- 1 whole egg, large
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp. canola oil
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup all-purpose white flour
- 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/3 cup shelled, chopped walnuts
Instructions
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Mix together first five ingredients. Beat on low speed until just combined.
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Add in remaining ingredients and mix for about 1 minute until blended through. Do not over mix.
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Place batter in a non-stick 8 x 4 loaf pan.
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Bake at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes until cooked through.
Recipe Notes
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| Nutrition Information | Per Serving |
| Calories: | 140 |
| Total Fat: | 4.5g |
| Saturated Fat: | 0g |
| Trans Fat: | 0g |
| Cholesterol: | 15mg |
| Protein: | 3g |
| Carbohydrates: | 22g |
| Sodium: | 115mg |
| Fiber: | 2g |