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Maple Pecan Banana Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 10 slices)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A cozy twist on classic banana bread featuring warm maple syrup flavor and crunchy pecans. This moist and flavorful quick bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ½ cups)
  • ½ cup pure maple syrup
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ⅓ cup melted butter (or coconut oil)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • ½ cup chopped pecans (plus more for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly. Add the pure maple syrup, brown sugar, melted butter (or coconut oil), eggs, and vanilla extract and mix until the batter is smooth.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  5. Add Pecans: Stir in the chopped pecans evenly through the batter.
  6. Pour and Top: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle additional chopped pecans on top for added crunch and visual appeal.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • For an extra touch of maple flavor, drizzle warm slices with a bit of maple syrup just before serving.
  • Store the bread covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.
  • This bread is freezer-friendly; wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil, and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dessert / Snack / Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://justsosweet.com/maple-pecan-banana-bread-recipe/