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Brown Butter Banana Bread Recipe Easy One-Bowl with Toasted Walnuts

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A cozy one-bowl banana bread featuring rich browned butter and toasted walnuts, perfect for a comforting snack or breakfast with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, browned and cooled slightly
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (can substitute half with brown sugar)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (can substitute with almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter, stirring constantly until it turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with butter or line with parchment paper.
  3. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid burning. Set aside to cool.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, browned butter, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until smooth.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the batter is thick and glossy.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  7. Fold in the toasted walnuts, reserving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle remaining walnuts on top.
  9. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Cool the bread in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the bread tender. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling. Toast walnuts just before mixing for best flavor and crunch.

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