Overbaked, dark and dry banana bread is not delicious ... This goes for any nut, not just walnuts! If you try a walnut out of the package, you should be able to tell if it has gone rancid.

Maple Syrup: The best type of maple syrup to use is Grade A Dark Color with Robust ... For a breakfast bread with a different type of nut flavor, try this Nutella banana bread recipe.