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Nana’s Old Fashioned Banana Nut Bread

Nana’s Old Fashioned Banana Nut Bread

Nana’s Old Fashioned Banana Nut Bread delivers a moist, golden crumb with every single bite. You will love the comforting aroma of toasted walnuts and sweet ripened fruit filling your kitchen. This classic recipe bridges the gap between nostalgic comfort and modern plant-based goodness effortlessly.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 overripe bananas
  • 1 1/2 cups spelt or all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • 6 tablespoons water
  • 3/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil or vegan butter
  • 1/2 cup raw walnuts
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamo

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl and let it sit for 5 minutes until it thickens.
  3. Mash the overripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
  4. Add the flax egg, melted coconut oil, coconut sugar, and vanilla to the banana puree and whisk until combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, sea salt, and cinnamon.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chopped walnuts, reserving a handful for topping.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle reserved walnuts on top.
  9. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze individual slices.