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Hummingbird Bread

Deliciously Moist Hummingbird Bread for a Tropical Escape

Experience the tropical flavors of Hummingbird Bread with bananas, pineapple, and pecans in every slice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute whole wheat flour.
  • 1 cup Sugar Reduce for a lower-sugar version.
  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil or melted coconut oil.
  • 2 medium Overripe Bananas Speed ripen in a paper bag if necessary.
  • 2 large Eggs Should be at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple Do not drain.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or omit for allergies.
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Unsweetened can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional to add nutmeg or allspice.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese At room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Butter At room temperature.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Hummingbird Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. Add the eggs, canola oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, stirring gently.
  4. Fold in the crushed pineapple, bananas, coconut, and pecans without overmixing.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55–65 minutes.
  6. Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth, then mix in the powdered sugar.
  8. Frost the cooled bread and sprinkle with chopped pecans before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing and use room temperature ingredients.

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