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Why Walnuts are the Best Nut for Banana Nut Biscotti
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Why Walnuts are the Best Nut for Banana Nut Biscotti
When it comes to making banana nut biscotti, there are many different types of nuts you can use. Each nut has a flavor profile that you may want to experiment with. Walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds, cashews, and pistachios have unique flavors that can add something special to your biscotti. But when it comes to pairing with bananas, we think walnuts win.
Almonds have a nutty flavor that pair well with bananas. Toasting brings out the natural sweetness of the almonds and makes them a good match for banana’s creamy texture. However, they can be bitter if you don’t toast them first.
Hazelnuts are famously sweet, with slight notes of mustiness and earthiness. It can be a good pairing with a banana, but the musty notes might be too intense for some. These flavor nuances are part of what makes hazelnuts so unique and delicious. 
Chestnuts and bananas might not seem like a natural pairing, but who’s to say what goes together? After all, chestnuts are slightly bitter, and bananas are sweet. Still, you might be surprised at how well these two flavors combine in a banana nut biscotti. Why not give it a try? You might be pleasantly surprised.
Cashews and pistachios are two nuts often used in baking. They both have a deliciously nutty flavor that enhances many dishes. Cashews have a sweet, nutty 
flavor that goes well in desserts. Pistachios have a similar taste, but they’re also a little salty. We think the sweetness of cashews and pistachios would be too much for a banana nut biscotti.
Walnuts are an excellent source of protein, healthy fats, and antioxidants, which all contribute to their distinct taste. The walnut flavor is generally relatively mild. However, it has a complex flavor profile attributed to its unique composition, including tangy and sharp notes.
We think walnuts are the best nut for banana nut biscotti because they have a mild flavor that is complex enough to stand up to the sweetness of the bananas and the richness of the biscotti.
Here’s one of our recipes. Banana Biscotti: How to Make Them at Home Give it a try, and let us know what you think!
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Hello– I tried making the banana biscotti recipe provided, but the batter was way too loose and thin/liquidy; it is not specified exactly how much, in grams, of real banana you need to add. 3 bananas could vary in size and weight.. is there a way you can clarify the weight of the bananas so that I can get a more accurate outcome?
Hi Courtney, banana should weigh roughly 140 grams or three small bananas. keep in mind, the dough will be wet and sticky, so make sure to NOT add flour, and use parchment paper to help you shape the logs.