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

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This ultra-moist one-bowl banana bread with brown butter and walnuts delivers a rich, nutty flavor and tender crumb, perfect for cozy breakfasts or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, browned and cooled slightly
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Place 6 tablespoons (85g) of unsalted butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently as it melts, then foams, and finally turns golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 3-5 minutes). Pour into a large mixing bowl and let cool for 5 minutes.
  2. Mix sugars and eggs: To the cooled brown butter, add 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup packed brown sugar. Whisk until combined, then add 2 large eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Add bananas: Mash 3 ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth. Fold the mashed bananas into the wet mixture with a spatula.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl or sifted directly over the wet mixture, combine 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Toast and add walnuts: In the same skillet used for butter, toast 1 cup chopped walnuts over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring until fragrant. Let cool briefly, then fold into the batter.
  6. Prepare pan and bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper. Pour batter into the pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  7. Cool down: Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Watch the brown butter carefully to avoid burning. Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender. Toast walnuts for added crunch and flavor. If the top browns too fast, tent with foil halfway through baking. Let the bread cool completely before slicing for best texture.

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Keywords: banana bread, brown butter, walnuts, one-bowl, moist banana bread, easy banana bread, quick banana bread, homemade banana bread

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