BANANA BREAD WITH COCONUT AND PECANS

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Banana bread is at its best when it is just sweet enough--but not too sweet; its banana flavor rings clear and true--but is not overly aggressive; and you love it any time of day. It is remarkable how like a good friend banana bread can be.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature, plus more for the pan
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for the pan
1/2 cup light-brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
3 to 4 medium very ripe bananas, mashed (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup lowfat buttermilk
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped
1 cup coconut flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with butter, then coat with flour, shaking off the excess.
  • Use an electric mixer to beat the brown sugar, granulated sugar and butter together until it is light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs; add the bananas, buttermilk and vanilla and beat until smooth. Stir in the cinnamon, flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt by hand with a rubber spatula. (You don't want to over-beat the batter or the bread will be tough.) Stir in the pecans and coconut and pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out dry, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Allow to cool 5 minutes in the pan. Run a knife along the sides to loosen the loaf from the pan; invert to remove the bread and place it (bottom side down) on a wire rack to cool.

Nur jahan Afrin
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This recipe is a keeper! The banana bread turned out perfectly and it was so easy to make.


Archie Briwn
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This banana bread is my all-time favorite. It's moist, flavorful, and the coconut and pecans add a delicious touch.


TAMJID AHMED
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I've made this banana bread several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you have overripe bananas.


Wilhelmina Shangula
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I'm a beginner baker and this recipe was easy to follow. The banana bread turned out perfectly and my family loved it.


I KiLl ScRuB5 Muzbug
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This banana bread is a great way to use up overripe bananas. It's also a delicious and easy snack or breakfast.


NEW ERA! MC/AC/SC WORLD WIDE INC
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I wasn't sure about the coconut, but I'm so glad I tried it. It adds a subtle sweetness and texture that really makes this banana bread special.


Osvaldo Rodriguez
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I added a cup of chocolate chips to the batter and it was amazing. This is my new go-to banana bread recipe.


Aaditya Thakur
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds for the pecans. It turned out great!


Fs Fabi
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I made this banana bread for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Karugaba Ephraim #Numark Wayne
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This banana bread is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use up my overripe bananas and make something delicious.


MD SIJAR SIJAR
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I've tried many banana bread recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Osei Wisdom
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I'm not usually a fan of banana bread, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Beatrice Mack
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I made this banana bread for my family and they loved it! It was gone in no time.


Waqas Tarer
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This banana bread is the best! It's so moist and flavorful, and the coconut and pecans add a delicious touch.