GIFT OF THE MAGI BREAD

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"I make this extra-special banana bread only once a year to celebrate Christmas," says Sandra Bonow of Lewiston, Minnesota. "It's loaded with scrumptious ingredients such as coconut, mandarin oranges, dates, cherries, chocolate chips and almonds."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2/3 cup sliced almonds, divided
1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries
1/2 cup chopped dates

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with bananas. Stir in the oranges, coconut, chocolate chips, 1/2 cup almonds, cherries and dates., Pour into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Sprinkle with remaining almonds. Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Crystaltiara Tupito
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This bread is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Sital Dahal
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a new holiday tradition in our family.


Ibrar killer
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This bread is perfect for a holiday breakfast or brunch. It's also a great gift for friends and family.


Shukurullah Safi
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Overall, this is a good recipe for a sweet bread. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I would definitely recommend it.


mr mavo
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The bread didn't rise as much as I expected. I think I might have made a mistake in the measurements.


kestrel optism
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I found the recipe to be a bit confusing. I think it could be improved with some clearer instructions.


Yeasir Arafat Peam
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The bread was a bit dry for my taste. I think I'll add some extra butter or honey next time.


Charlotte Mcrae
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This bread is a bit dense, but it's still very good. I think it would be great served with a cup of coffee or tea.


Nomaan Usman
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I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The bread turned out perfectly and was a big hit with my family.


Ayesha Ameen
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This bread is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I used a combination of apples, oranges, and cranberries and it turned out delicious.


Kamran Ullah
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I followed the recipe exactly and the bread turned out perfectly. It's so soft and fluffy, with a slightly crispy crust. The flavors are amazing!


Mohammad kauser kajol
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This bread is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The finished product is a beautiful and delicious loaf of bread that's perfect for any occasion.


Fardin Sultan
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I've never been a big fan of sweet breads, but this one has changed my mind! The flavors are so well-balanced and the bread is so moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Current Hridoy
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This bread is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love the combination of spices and citrus. It's the perfect bread to enjoy during the holidays.


Prince Saif
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The bread turned out perfectly and was a big hit with my family. I'll definitely be making it again.


Godfrey Dickson
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This bread is a beautiful and delicious way to celebrate the holiday season. The combination of flavors and textures is perfect.


Rachael Kavata
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I've made this bread several times now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love it. It's so easy to make and the results are always impressive.


Nivana owen
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This bread is absolutely heavenly! The aroma of the spices and citrus zest filled my kitchen and made my mouth water. The flavors are perfectly balanced, with a subtle sweetness from the honey and a hint of warmth from the spices. The texture is soft


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