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Maple Pecan Banana Bread Recipe

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4.2 from 31 reviews

A cozy twist on classic banana bread with warm maple flavor and crunchy pecans. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or holiday gatherings, this Maple Pecan Banana Bread combines ripe bananas, pure maple syrup, and a hint of cinnamon for a moist, flavorful loaf topped with crunchy pecans.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 10 slices)

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 oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the mashed ripe bananas, pure maple syrup, brown sugar, melted butter (or coconut oil), eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet banana mixture, stirring carefully until just combined to avoid overmixing which can affect the bread’s texture.
  5. Add Pecans: Stir in the chopped pecans evenly into the batter; reserve some pecans for topping.
  6. Pour Batter and Add Topping: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Sprinkle the extra chopped pecans evenly over the batter 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, indicating the bread is fully baked.
  8. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean slices and prevent crumbling.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and intense banana flavor.
  • For extra maple flavor, drizzle warm slices with a touch of pure maple syrup before serving.
  • Store the banana 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 tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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