Savory Memories

Banana Walnut Bread

Use this bread to make Banana Bread Pudding or serve it by itself.

Serves 2 loaves (32 servings)Prep 15 minutesCook 50 to 60 minutes
Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mashed ripe banana (2 to 3 medium)
  • 1/2 cup margarine or butter, softened
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup toasted walnuts
Method
1

In a large mixing bowl combine 1 cup of the flour, the sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

2

Add mashed ripe banana, margarine or butter, and milk.

3

Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until blended.

4

Beat on high speed for 2 minutes.

5

Add eggs and remaining flour; beat until blended.

6

Stir in walnuts.

7

Pour into two greased 8x4x2-inch loaf pans.

8

Bake at 350° oven for 50 to 60 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted near the centers comes out clean.

9

Cool 10 minutes.

10

Remove from pans; cool thoroughly on wire racks.

11

Wrap and store overnight for easier slicing.

Make-Ahead Tip: Up to 1 month ahead, make and bake banana bread. Cool completely. Place each loaf in a freezer bag and freeze up to 1 month. Thaw for 1 hour at room temperature before using.

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