Looking for a banana bread that’s more than just a simple snack? Try this Coffee Infused Banana Bread with Pecans. It’s the grown-up version of your childhood favorite, with a strong coffee kick and crunchy pecans thrown in for good measure. So, if you’re tired of your regular banana bread and need something to impress, this recipe is your new best friend. It’s like your morning coffee and dessert all in one loaf. Why settle for boring when you can have this deliciously complex, nutty, and caffeinated creation?
Coffee Infused Banana Bread with Pecans
This coffee-infused banana bread, packed with pecans, offers a delightful balance of flavors for coffee and dessert lovers.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/2 cup brewed coffee cooled
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup pecans chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mash the bananas and combine with the cooled coffee, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55 minutes.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Potassium: 10%
- Iron: 8%
- Calcium: 4%
- Vitamin B6: 9%
- Magnesium: 6%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe:
- For a deeper coffee flavor, use espresso or stronger brewed coffee.
- Toast the pecans before adding for a more intense flavor.
- Serve it warm with a smear of butter or cream cheese.
