Banana Nut Bread

There’s something so comforting about the smell of fresh banana bread baking in the oven — warm, nutty, and just sweet enough to make your whole kitchen feel like home. 🍌 This Banana Nut Bread from Lee Ann Miller is the perfect balance of soft banana flavor and crunchy pecans, with a creamy pineapple spread that adds a bright little twist!

Whether you’re baking on a quiet Saturday morning or preparing a loaf to share with friends, this recipe is one that never disappoints. It’s the kind of simple, old-fashioned comfort food that reminds you of fall weekends and family breakfasts gathered around the table. 🍂

Serve it warm with a generous layer of the pineapple cream cheese spread — it’s rich, a little tangy, and absolutely irresistible. Pair it with your morning coffee or a cup of hot tea for a treat that feels extra special. ☕💛

This recipe is from our friend Lee Ann Miller! You can find more of her recipes and inspiration over on Instagram.

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Banana Nut Bread

Lee Ann Miller
Servings

1 loaf

Cook Time

50-60 minutes

Category

Breads

Moist, nutty, and full of cozy banana flavor 🍌 — this classic Banana Nut Bread from Lee Ann Miller is a fall favorite! The creamy pineapple spread takes it to the next level, making each slice perfectly sweet, soft, and satisfying.

Ingredients

    Bread

    • ½ cup Butter - softened
    • 1 cup Brown Sugar
    • 2 Eggs
    • 3 Bananas - mashed
    • 2 cups flour
    • ½ tsp Baking Powder
    • ½ tsp Baking Soda
    • ½ tsp Salt
    • ¾ cup Pecans - chopped

    Spread

    • 1 cup crushed pineapple - drained
    • 8 oz Cream Cheese - softened

    Directions

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees, grease 1 loaf pan
    2. Cream butter and sugar; add eggs, one at a time.
    3. Mash the bananas; add and mix well.
    4. Stir in sifted dry ingredients gradually. When well mixed, add nuts.
    5. Pour into well-greased loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes. I use a glass loaf pan and bake about 57 minutes.
    6. For spread, mix pineapple and cream cheese well; spread on each slice to serve.
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