Pineapple Pecan Banana Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

– 1 teaspoon baking powder

– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

– 1/2 teaspoon salt

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

– 1 cup granulated sugar

– 2 large eggs

– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

– 3 ripe bananas, mashed

– 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained

– 1/2 cup chopped pecans

– 1/4 cup chopped pineapple, for topping

– Pecan halves, for topping

 Preheat and Prepare

1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9×5 inch loaf pan.

 Mix Dry Ingredients

2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

 Mix Wet Ingredients

3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Add Bananas and Pineapple: Next, mix in the mashed bananas and crushed pineapple until well combined.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped pecans.

6. Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Then, sprinkle the chopped pineapple and pecan halves on top.

7. Bake: Finally, bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

 Enjoy This Pineapple Pecan Banana Bread.

This Pineapple Pecan Banana Bread is a delightful twist on the classic banana bread. The tropical sweetness of pineapple combined with the crunchy texture of pecans makes it perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. It’s sure to become a family favorite.