Homemade Raisin Walnut Banana Bread
Homemade Raisin Walnut Banana Bread
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Category
Baking
Servings
4
Prep Time
25 minutes
Cooking/Baking Time
65 minutes
There's nothing quite like the comforting aroma of freshly baked banana bread wafting through the kitchen. And when you add the delightful combination of walnuts and raisins into the mix, you get a homemade treat that's even more irresistible. This recipe for homemade walnut raisin banana bread is sure to become a favorite in your household. Packed with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, the nuttiness of walnuts, and the chewy texture of Thompson raisins, this bread is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. So roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and let's get baking!
Whether you choose to savor it warm with a smear of butter, enjoy it as a quick on-the-go snack, or share it with loved ones over a cup of tea, this bread is bound to bring delight. The combination of the rich, nutty flavor from the walnuts, the sweetness of the Thompson raisins, and the moist, banana-infused bread creates a truly irresistible treat. So savor each bite and take pride in your delicious homemade creation. Happy baking!
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup coconut sugar
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2 large eggs
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4 ripe bananas, mashed
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts
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1/2 cup Thompson raisins
Directions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. You can use an electric mixer or do it by hand with a wooden spoon.
Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients in the large bowl. Stir until just combined, making sure not to overmix. A few lumps are okay.
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts and Thompson raisins, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. Give the pan a gentle tap on the countertop to remove any air bubbles.
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean. The baking time may vary, so start checking for doneness around the 55-minute mark.
Once the bread is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.