Heavenly Cinnamon Pecan Banana Bread

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Heavenly Cinnamon Pecan Banana Bread brings the rich, sweet flavors of a vegetarian American classic to your table. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this moist banana bread features a delightful blend of cinnamon and crunchy pecans, creating a texture that’s both satisfying and comforting. With its versatile nature, it’s ideal for pairing with coffee or tea, or simply enjoying on its own.

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Overview

This Ultimate Moist Banana Bread is a delightful twist on the classic recipe, featuring the rich flavors of cinnamon and crunchy pecans. Enhanced with the creamy texture of butter and a hint of vanilla, this banana bread is guaranteed to be a family favorite. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this recipe is both versatile and irresistible.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Eggs, Nuts, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 15

Cooking Time: 75 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Cup (c) white sugar
• 0.5 Cup (c) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 Large eggs
• 1.5 Cups (c) ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 Cups (c) all-purpose flour
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) baking soda
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cinnamon, ground
• 1 Cup (c) pecans, minced
• 0.25 Cup (c) brown sugar, packed
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cinnamon, ground

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the white sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Fold in the minced pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
8. In a small bowl, mix the packed brown sugar and additional ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the batter for a sweet, crunchy topping.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
10. Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, slice and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freeze for longer storage. Enjoy your Ultimate Moist Banana Bread with a cup of coffee or tea!

Enjoy your homemade Heavenly Cinnamon Pecan Banana Bread!