Banana Pecan Bread
Cakes & Breads

Banana Pecan Bread

1 hr 10 min12 servingsSource: Taste of Home

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

55 min

Total Time

1 hr 10 min

Moist, tender banana bread studded with crunchy toasted pecans. A comforting classic perfect for breakfast or afternoon snacking.

  • 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, mash bananas and stir in melted butter. Mix in sugar, egg, and vanilla.

  3. 3

    Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt together, then fold into the banana mixture until just combined.

  4. 4

    Fold in chopped pecans. Pour batter into prepared pan.

  5. 5

    Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Recipe Source

Taste of Home
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