Bourbon Banana Bread

Bourbon Banana Walnut Bread is a delightful twist on the classic banana bread, infusing rich bourbon flavor into a moist, sweet loaf. This recipe is perfect for utilizing overripe bananas, transforming them into a flavorful treat. The addition of walnuts adds a pleasant crunch, balancing the bread's texture. Ideal for special occasions like Christmas or Mother's Day brunch, this bread offers a unique flavor profile that elevates traditional banana bread. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast item or a dessert, Bourbon Banana Walnut Bread is sure to impress with its depth of taste and moist crumb.

Ingredients:

• 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour

• ¾ teaspoon fine grain salt

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ¼ teaspoon baking powder

• 5⅓ tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

• ⅔ cup sugar

• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

• 2 very ripe bananas, mashed

• ½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts

• 1 tablespoon bourbon
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   Position a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.

2. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.

3. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until lightened in color and texture. This can be done using a sturdy fork or a stand mixer.

4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
   Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until well blended and the consistency resembles brown sugar.

5. Add Eggs:
   Slowly beat in the lightly beaten eggs until fully incorporated.

6. Fold in Bananas, Walnuts, and Bourbon:
   Gently fold in the mashed bananas, chopped walnuts, and bourbon until evenly distributed.

7. Bake:
   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool:
   Allow the bread to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 5–10 minutes before removing it from the pan to cool completely.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: Approximately 302 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 40 g

• Protein: 5 g

• Fat: 14 g

• Saturated Fat: 6 g

• Cholesterol: 61 mg

• Sodium: 304 mg

• Potassium: 191 mg

• Fiber: 2 g

• Sugar: 21 g

• Vitamin A: 313 IU

• Vitamin C: 3 mg

• Calcium: 26 mg

• Iron: 1 mg