Welcome to a delightful cooking adventure where we dive into the delicious world of flavors! Today, we’re making a delicious Quick Fig, Banana & Walnut Loaf that’s perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy breakfast or an afternoon snack. This easy recipe combines the sweetness of figs and bananas with the crunch of walnuts, creating a loaf that’s both satisfying and healthy. Let’s get started!
Quick Fig, Banana & Walnut Loaf
This is a quick recipe that’s perfect for using ripe bananas and dried figs. It’s moist, packed with flavor, and super easy to make!
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup of dried figs, chopped
- 1 cup of walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup of brown sugar
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 1/4 cup of melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, brown sugar, honey, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chopped figs and walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
This Quick Fig, Banana & Walnut Loaf is a perfect blend of sweetness and texture that you will surely enjoy. Whether you serve it warm with a pat of butter or at room temperature, it’s sure to be a hit in any household. Grab your ingredients and get ready to treat yourself to this delightful loaf!