Walnuts add crunch and tangy sharpness in this healthy banana nut bread recipe.

The banana nut bread is tender, with a caramelized crust.

Add oil and vanilla; beat until combined, about 1 minute.

Overhead view of sliced loaf of Banana Nut Bread recipe

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Beat in bananas until combined, about 1 minute.

Use a spatula to fold in 1/2 cup walnuts.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

Overhead view of a loaf pan for Banana Nut Bread recipe lined with parchment paper

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Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup walnuts evenly on top.

Bake until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes.

Remove from oven and let cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.

Overhead view of batter after pouring into a loaf pan and topping with walnuts for Banana Nut Bread recipe

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Use the parchment overhang to remove the bread from the pan.

Cool completely on a wire rack, about 30 minutes.

  • Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.

Overhead view of baked Banana Nut Bread recipe before removing from loaf pan

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