Honey Walnut Loaf

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup honey

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup chopped walnuts (plus extra for topping)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan (8×4 inches or 9×5 inches).

Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Cream butter and honey: In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and honey until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.

Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.

Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Fold in walnuts: Gently fold in the chopped walnuts, reserving a few for sprinkling on top of the loaf before baking.

Bake the loaf: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the remaining walnuts over the batter.

Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool: Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving:

Serve the Honey Walnut Loaf as a snack, breakfast, or dessert. It’s delicious on its own, or you can spread a little extra honey on top for added sweetness.
Enjoy your honey walnut loaf!