Banana Pecan Bread

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This banana bread recipe is loaded with pecans and cinnamon, and ready in minutes! Topped with crunchy cinnamon sugar, it makes the best dessert or afternoon treat.

banana pecan bread in a baking dish.

You can never have too many banana bread recipes. We love ginger banana bread, cinnamon swirl banana bread and this delicious banana bread with pecans.

Banana bread is popular for good reason- It’s the perfect use of overripe bananas, easy to make, and can be enjoyed at any time of the day. This pecan banana bread is a delicious twist on the classic. Instead of walnuts, I add pecans to the batter. Because I also don’t do thinks in halves, I like to take it up a notch by sprinkling some amazing cinnamon and sugar on top. 

Table of Contents
  1. Why you’ll love this recipe
  2. Ingredients needed
  3. How to make banana pecan bread
  4. Tips to make the best recipe
  5. Storage instructions
  6. More delicious ways to enjoy banana bread
  7. Banana Pecan Bread (Recipe Card)

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • It has the perfect texture. Like any good banana bread, this one is super moist and fluffy in the middle and has a tender crumb. The crunchy topping gives it that extra touch of decadence.
  • There are no eggs needed. It’s similar to my eggless banana bread but with a few small tweaks and, of course, the addition of pecans.
  • You can use this exact batter to make banana pecan muffins or even mini loaves.

Ingredients needed

As mentioned earlier, there aren’t any eggs in this recipe but intead, a combination of baking powder and baking soda are used to compensate. Here is what you’ll need:

  • Bananas. I prefer super ripe bananas (to the point that they are almost black!) as they yield a more moist bread, but generic ripe bananas are fine.
  • Sugar. I used a mix of white and brown sugar, but either/or works.
  • Coconut oil. Or any neutral-flavored oil.
  • Vanilla extract.
  • All-purpose flour. I used white whole wheat flour to add in a little extra fiber and nutrition. White and wheat flour also work.
  • Baking powder and baking soda. Both leavening agents are used to give the bread some rise, fluffiness, and stability.
  • Cinnamon. A must for any good banana bread recipe.
  • Salt.
  • Pecans. The must-have ingredient. I like to use raw pecans to really let their flavor shine, but roasted and unsalted pecans are also great.
  • Cinnamon sugar topping. Optional, but a mix of white sugar and cinnamon.

How to make banana pecan bread

Step 1- make the batter. In a large bowl, combine the bananas, sugar, and oil until smooth and glossy. Add in the remaining ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 2- Prep. Pour the batter into a lined pan and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and more pecans.

Step 3- Bake. Bake the banana pecan bread for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.

Step 4- Cool then slice. Let the banana bread cool completely before slicing.

banana bread with pecans on white parchment paper.

Tips to make the best recipe

  • Do not overbake the banana pecan bread, as it will continue to cook in the loaf pan as it cools. 
  • Oven makes and models vary. Generally, in my oven, this bread takes around 37 minutes to make. However, if your oven isn’t as powerful, it could take a little longer. Insert a skewer into the center of the loaf and remove once the skewer comes out clean. 
  • This banana bread is eggless, so even if it is a little too moist in the middle, it is okay. 
  • Allow pecan banana bread to cool in the pan completely before slicing; otherwise, it has the risk of falling apart. 

Storage instructions

To store: Leftovers can kept in an airtight container with a paper towel on top to keep them moist. Room temperature will keep for up to three days. If you want this bread to last longer, store it in the refrigerator for up to one week.

To freeze: Place the sliced bread in a ziplock bag and store it in the freezer for up to 6 months.

banana bread recipe with pecans.

More delicious ways to enjoy banana bread

banana pecan bread recipe.

Banana Pecan Bread

5 from 64 votes
This banana bread recipe is loaded with pecans and cinnamon, and ready in minutes! Topped with crunchy cinnamon sugar, it makes the best dessert or afternoon treat.
Servings: 12 Slices
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Total: 45 minutes

Ingredients  

  • 4 medium bananas overripe, around 10 1/2 ounces with peel
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil or any neutral flavored oil
  • 1 1/2 cups flour white or wheat
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup pecans roughly chopped

Topping

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas then add both sugars and melted coconut oil. Whisk together until smooth.
  • Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon and mix until fully incorporated. Fold through the pecans.
  • Pour the batter into the lined pan, then sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
  • Let the banana bread cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

TO STORE. Leftovers can kept in an airtight container with a paper towel on top to keep them moist. Room temperature will keep for up to three days. If you want this bread to last longer, store it in the refrigerator for up to one week.
TO FREEZE. Place the sliced bread in a ziplock bag and store it in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1SliceCalories: 236kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSodium: 198mgPotassium: 182mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 28IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mgNET CARBS: 30g
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Author: Arman Liew
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Arman Liew

I’m a two time cookbook author, photographer, and writer, and passionate about creating easy and healthier recipes. I believe you don’t need to be experienced in the kitchen to make good food using simple ingredients that most importantly, taste delicious.

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  1. 5 stars
    I made is recipe in mini muffin pans and baked them in the air fryer. Totally delicious and quick! Wonderful recipe.

  2. Will be making this asap as I thought banana bread on keto was a definite no.
    1. Is the vanilla added to the mixing bowl or to the top of the mixture?
    2. Is the nutritional value the same when adding substitutions for the keto version.