Description
Banana Bread with Coconut and Pecans is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, transforming overripe bananas into a moist and flavorful loaf. Infused with the sweetness of coconut and the crunch of pecans, this easy-to-make bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Each slice offers a cozy indulgence that’s sure to warm your heart and impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 overripe bananas
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 cup coconut flakes (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in the eggs, oil (or butter), and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually combine with the wet mixture.
- Fold in the coconut flakes and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for 60–70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (67g)
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 29mg