Avocado Walnut Delight Bread
This Avocado Walnut Delight Bread is a delightful twist on traditional quick breads, perfect for using up overripe avocados. Rich in flavor and beautifully moist, it combines the creaminess of avocado with the crunch of walnuts for a satisfying texture. With a hint of sweetness and a vibrant green hue, this bread is sure to impress family and friends alike. It’s versatile enough to be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a dessert. Plus, there’s no oil needed, making it a healthier option without sacrificing taste. Each slice is a delicious surprise, and no one will suspect the secret ingredient that adds to its moistness and richness!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups (sifted)
sugar
3/4 cup
baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
large egg
1 (beaten)
ripe avocado
1 (mashed to make 1/2 cup)
buttermilk
1/2 cup
walnuts (or pecans)
1/2 cup (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
4
In another bowl, mash the avocado until smooth. Then, beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
5
Stir in the buttermilk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
6
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
7
Fold in the chopped walnuts to add some crunch.
8
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10
Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avocado Walnut Delight Bread?
It is a delightful twist on traditional quick breads that uses overripe avocados for a moist and rich texture.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients required for this recipe.
What oven temperature should I use?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius.
What size loaf pan is needed?
A 9x5 inch loaf pan is required.
How should I prepare the loaf pan?
Grease the loaf pan with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
What are the dry ingredients in this bread?
The dry ingredients are all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
How do I prepare the avocado?
The avocado should be mashed until smooth to make approximately 1/2 cup.
What is the first step in mixing the wet ingredients?
Mash the avocado until smooth and then beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
When should I add the buttermilk?
Stir in the buttermilk after mixing the avocado and egg until the mixture is smooth.
How should I combine the wet and dry ingredients?
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
Is it okay if there are lumps in the batter?
Yes, a few lumps are okay; be careful not to overmix the batter.
When do I add the walnuts?
Fold in the chopped walnuts after the wet and dry ingredients are mixed.
Can I use a different type of nut?
Yes, you can use pecans instead of walnuts if you prefer.
How long does the bread take to bake?
Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour.
How do I test if the bread is done?
Insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean when the bread is ready.
How long should the bread cool in the pan?
Let it cool in the loaf pan for about 10 minutes.
Where should I finish cooling the bread?
Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely after the initial cooling in the pan.
Does this recipe contain any oil?
No, this recipe requires no oil, making it a healthier baking option.
What color will the finished bread be?
The bread will have a vibrant green hue thanks to the avocado.
What is the texture of the bread?
The bread is beautifully moist with a satisfying crunch from the walnuts.
Can this bread be served for breakfast?
Yes, it is versatile enough for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert.
How much flour is used?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
There is 3/4 cup of sugar in the batter.
How much baking powder is needed?
Use 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder.
How much baking soda is required?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much salt should I add?
Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the dry mixture.
What type of egg should I use?
The recipe requires one large egg, beaten.
How much buttermilk is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of buttermilk.
How many walnuts should I chop?
You will need 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
Is this considered a healthy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as healthy baking because it uses avocado for moisture instead of oil.