Banana bread is good. Walnut banana bread with mocha filling? That’s legendary. Crunchy walnuts, sweet bananas, and rich coffee-infused chocolate create pure magic. Every bite delivers nutty, soft, and slightly bitter mocha perfection. This loaf is for those who refuse to settle for ordinary baked goods. It’s bold, indulgent, and basically an excuse to eat cake for breakfast. The walnuts add texture, the mocha filling keeps it interesting, and the whole thing smells like a bakery-level masterpiece. So, grab those bananas before they turn into science experiments, and let’s bake something worth obsessing over.
Walnut Banana Bread with Mocha Filling
This banana bread combines crunchy walnuts, sweet bananas, and a smooth mocha filling for a rich, nutty, and coffee-kissed treat.
Ingredients
For the Banana Bread:
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¾ cup chopped walnuts
For the Mocha Filling:
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Mash the bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
- Stir in melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts for that perfect crunch.
- For the mocha filling, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until warm.
- Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips, espresso powder, cocoa powder, and vanilla.
- Mix until smooth and glossy.
- Pour half of the banana batter into the loaf pan.
- Spread the mocha filling evenly over the batter.
- Add the remaining banana mixture and gently swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing (or just accept the inevitable burns).
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 310Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
Potassium: 9%Iron: 6%
Magnesium: 5%
Vitamin B6: 4%
Calcium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Toasting the walnuts before adding them boosts their flavor.
- Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
- A pinch of sea salt on top makes the chocolate pop.
- If you love extra crunch, sprinkle chopped walnuts on top before baking.
