Description
Moist and flavorful Hummingbird Bread combines bananas, pineapple, coconut, and pecans, topped with creamy cinnamon-infused frosting. A perfect dessert or brunch treat!
Ingredients
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For the Bread:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup diced pineapple, patted dry
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, sugar, brown sugar, egg, and oil.
- Mix until well combined.
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
- Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients.
- Stir until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 4: Fold in Additions
- Gently fold in shredded coconut, diced pineapple, and chopped pecans.
Step 5: Bake the Bread
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 6: Make the Frosting
- In a medium bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Beat until creamy and well blended.
Step 7: Frost the Bread
- Spread the cinnamon cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled bread.
- Sprinkle with additional chopped pecans if desired.
Step 8: Slice and Serve
- Slice the bread and serve. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures!
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 316kcal