Homemade Moist Banana Walnut Bread with Cream Cheese Glaze 🍌🍞
This deliciously moist banana bread with walnuts and a sweet cream cheese glaze is the perfect comfort treat!
Ingredients:
For the Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)
Directions:
1. Preheat and Prepare the Pan:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Add Wet Ingredients:
Mix in the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Combine Mixtures and Fold in Walnuts:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the bread tender. Gently fold in the chopped walnuts.
6. Bake the Bread:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Prepare the Cream Cheese Glaze:
In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to reach a drizzle consistency.
8. Glaze and Serve:
Once the bread is completely cooled, drizzle it with the cream cheese glaze and top with additional chopped walnuts, if desired.
Details:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Calories: Approximately 320 kcal per serving
- Servings: 10
FAQs
1. Can I substitute sour cream?
Yes, you can replace sour cream with plain Greek yogurt or even buttermilk for a similar moist texture.
2. How should I store banana walnut bread?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months (without glaze) and add the glaze after thawing.
3. Can I omit the walnuts?
Certainly! If you prefer banana bread without nuts, just skip the walnuts. You could also substitute them with chocolate chips or other nuts if desired.
4. Can I make this bread without the glaze?
Yes! The bread is delicious on its own. The cream cheese glaze adds sweetness but is optional.
5. Can I make this recipe into muffins?
Yes, simply divide the batter into a muffin tin and reduce the baking time to 20-25 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.