Moist Banana Bread With Pecans (blantyre Banana Bread)

This Moist Banana Bread with Pecans, also known as Blantyre Banana Bread, is a popular and delicious treat in Malawian cuisine. The combination of ripe bananas and crunchy pecans creates a delightful texture and flavor that is perfect for breakfast or as a snack with tea or coffee.

Vegetarian Baked Goods Malawian Banana Bread Pecans Malawian Cuisine
Moist Banana Bread With Pecans (blantyre Banana Bread)

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir in the melted butter.
  4. Add the baking soda and salt, mix well.
  5. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the flour, stirring until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  9. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per slice
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
4g
Fat
11g

Supplies

9x5 inch loaf pan Mixing bowl Measuring cups and spoons Spatula Wire rack

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Moist Banana Bread with Pecans as a delightful breakfast treat or as a delicious snack with a cup of tea or coffee.

Tips & tricks

For an extra indulgent treat, spread a layer of cream cheese on a slice of the banana bread before serving.

Cost

$8