Roasted Banana and Walnut Bread
A tasty loaf that's naturally sweetened with roasted bananas and gets its texture from walnuts, oats, and flaxseed.
This recipe is a riff on our classic banana bread, but with a few twists. We start by roasting the bananas, which intensifies their flavor and gives the bread a lovely golden color. We also add chopped walnuts for crunch and texture, rolled oats for heartiness, and ground flaxseed for a boost of fiber and nutrition. The result is a moist, flavorful bread that's perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.
Roasted Banana and Walnut Bread Roasted Banana and Walnut Bread Roasted Banana and Walnut Bread Roasted Banana and Walnut Bread
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 8
Ingredients
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
  3. Spread mixture into a lightly greased 8x8 inch baking pan.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Why It Works
  • Roasting the bananas intensifies their flavor and gives the bread a lovely golden color.
  • Chopped walnuts add crunch and texture.
  • Rolled oats add heartiness.
  • Ground flaxseed adds a boost of fiber and nutrition.