Step 1

Slice 3 bananas on a bias. In a skillet, over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup butter, add 1/4 cup brown sugar, water, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Simmer until thickened and caramelized. Add banana slices, baste with caramel for 3-4 minutes. Set aside.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 350 °

Step 3

Spray a 9x4-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.

Step 4

In a large bowl, mash remaining bananas. Add 1 cup butter, baking mix, eggs, baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, remaining teaspoon of vanilla, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup walnuts. Combine well and pour into prepared pan.

Step 5

In a medium-sized bowl, combine 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon salt and remaining walnuts. Sprinkle over batter. Reserve caramel. Bake for 40-45 minutes.

Step 6

Let rest for 10 minutes. Remove from pan and allow to cool on wire rack. Whip together remaining butter and caramel, top with cracked salt. Slice loaf, spread with salted-caramel butter and top with banana slices.