Description
Sweet Southern comfort meets tropical delight in this hummingbird bread, blending ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, and warm spices into a moist, irresistible quick bread. Cream cheese glaze and chopped pecans crown this classic Southern dessert, inviting you to savor each memorable slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 bananas, ripe
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup pineapple, diced
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Dry and Spice Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C) and generously spray a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly mash ripe bananas and blend with sugars, whisking in egg and oil until the mixture becomes smooth and homogeneous.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients – flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt – stirring until just combined without overmixing.
- Gently fold in shredded coconut, crushed pineapple, and chopped pecans, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and allow the bread to cool completely on a wire rack, which helps prevent soggy bottoms.
- For the frosting, whip cream cheese and butter in a separate bowl until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon, beating until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Once the bread has cooled, generously spread the cinnamon cream cheese frosting over the top.
- Garnish with additional chopped pecans for added crunch and visual appeal.
Notes
- Customize fruit ratios by adjusting pineapple and banana quantities to suit personal taste preferences without compromising bread’s moisture.
- Toast pecans beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and provide extra crunch throughout the bread’s texture.
- Swap traditional wheat flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or coconut flour for those with dietary restrictions, ensuring similar texture and taste.
- Store bread wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or sealed container at room temperature for 3-4 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern United States
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg