Banana Pecan Bread
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Banana Pecan Bread
Description
Banana Pecan Bread uses overripe bananas to deepen the flavor and moisture of the loaf, balanced by the acidity of lemon juice. The dry ingredients including flour, baking powder, and salt are combined separately, then folded into a creamed mixture of butter, sugar, eggs, and bananas. Chopped pecans add texture and a nutty note. Baking in a 1 ½ lb loaf pan at 325°F for 60-75 minutes results in a golden crust and soft interior.
The bread can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature and pairs well with butter or cream cheese. It makes a satisfying breakfast option or an afternoon snack.
Tips from the notes suggest trying blueberries, cinnamon, or chocolate chips as additions or substituting walnuts for pecans. Allowing the loaf to cool fully before removing from the pan helps maintain slice integrity.
Ingredients
- 2 Cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 3 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter one stick – room temp
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 egg room temp, beaten
- 2 banana fully ripe, over ripe is better
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 Cup pecans chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325. Prepare the loaf pan with baking cooking spray such as Baker's Joy.
- whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.
- In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, on medium speed, cream together the butter, sugar and eggs. Add the bananas and lemon juice till creamy.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Add the pecans last.
- Turn into a 1 ½ lb loaf pan that has been prepared. Bake x 60-75 minutes at 325. Remove from the oven and set on a rack to cool. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas for richer flavor and moisture.
- Try adding blueberries, chocolate chips, or cinnamon for a variation.
- Walnuts can replace pecans if preferred or omit nuts entirely.
- Cool completely before removing the bread from the pan to prevent breaking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 450 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 450kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 71mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 265mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 399mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 440IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2.2mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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