SPECIAL BANANA NUT BREAD

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This extra-special banana bread makes a wonderful gift for friends and neighbors. The recipe makes two loaves, so I can serve one and keep the other one in the freezer to use as a last-minute gift. -Beverly Sprague, Catonsville, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 medium)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped pecans, divided
ORANGE GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in bananas and vanilla. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Fold in 1 cup pecans. , Transfer to 2 greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Sprinkle with remaining pecans. Bake loaves, covering with foil if they darken too rapidly, until a toothpick inserted in each center comes out clean, 1-1-1/4 hours. Cool 10 minutes before removing to wire racks., While loaves are still slightly warm, whisk glaze ingredients. Drizzle over loaves, using a baking pan or parchment under racks to catch excess. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Awais hussain
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This is the best banana nut bread I've ever had!


Angela Twumasi
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I've made this banana nut bread recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a keeper!


Md afzal hossain prem kahini
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This banana nut bread is a family favorite. It's always a hit at parties and gatherings.


Sameul Huque Shaian
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Marlon Johnson
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This is a great recipe for banana nut bread. It's easy to make and it tastes delicious.


Rihan Rt
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I've tried many banana nut bread recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so moist and flavorful.


Kosi Gift
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This banana nut bread is a hit with my family and friends. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Imran Kan Tigers
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Dharisha Hansji
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This is the best banana nut bread recipe I've found. It's so moist and flavorful.


Vigneshmarikannu M
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I've made this banana nut bread recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a favorite of my family and friends.


Syed Abdul Rafay shah Shah
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This bread is delicious! I love the combination of bananas and nuts.


gayan wijesinha
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I made this banana nut bread for my family and they loved it! It was so easy to make and it turned out perfect.


Javion Torrence
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This banana nut bread is the best I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the nuts add a great crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


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