Banana, Blueberry, Coconut and Toasted Walnut Bread
Kristy Cassese
Sweet coconut, juicy berries and crunchy toasted walnuts adda nice touch to classic banana bread.
ingredients
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 egg
- 1 large very ripe bananas
- 5 tbsp + 1 tsp vanilla yogurt (I used non fat)
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts
- 1/2 tbsp vanilla
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup blueberries (divided)
directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a loaf pan with cooking spray. Cream together the butter and sugar with a mixer. Add the egg mixing thoroughly. In a separate bowl whisk together flour, salt, baking powder and the baking soda. Slowly add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with the yogurt - make sure to start with flour and end with flour.
- 2
Place the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat and cook for a 3-4 minutes, tossing frequently. Set aside and cool. Mash the bananas very well with a fork. Gently add the smashed bananas, vanilla, toasted nuts and coconut into the batter then carefully stir until combined. Fold in blueberries, reserving a few for the top of the loaf. Pour the batter into the bread pan then sprinkle the remaining blueberries on top.
- 3
Bake for 45-50 minutes or until tester comes out of the center of the loaf clean. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a rack. Let cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with butter.
Source: Kristy Cassese
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