Banana Pecan Coffee Cake is the answer to bland breakfasts and boring desserts. It blends ripe bananas with buttery pecans for a perfect crunch. This cake boasts a soft texture, rich flavor, and just enough sweetness to keep you hooked. The streusel topping, with its toasted pecans, adds the crunch you never knew you needed. Pair it with coffee, tea, or shamelessly devour it alone. You won’t stop at one slice, so just embrace the inevitable. This recipe hits all the notes—easy, indulgent, and utterly satisfying. Your taste buds deserve a treat, and this is it.
Banana Pecan Coffee Cake
Banana Pecan Coffee Cake combines bananas, pecans, and a sweet crumbly topping for a flavorful, moist, and irresistible dish.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
Pecan Streusel Topping:
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons cold butter
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square pan.
- Mash bananas in a bowl until smooth.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until combined.
- Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture, stirring gently.
- For the streusel, mix pecans, brown sugar, flour, butter, and cinnamon until crumbly.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface. Sprinkle streusel evenly over the top.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Potassium: 12%
- Calcium: 6%
- Magnesium: 4%
- Iron: 5%
Additional Notes
- Toast the pecans beforehand for an extra nutty flavor.
- Substitute half the butter with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream for ultimate indulgence.
