Orange Pecan Topped Cream Cheese Banana Nut Bread

Name: Orange Pecan Topped Cream Cheese Banana Nut Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped pecans; 3/4 cup butter, softened; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 2 cups sugar; 2 large eggs; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 medium mashed ripened bananas; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped; For the Orange Icing; 1 cup powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon orange rind, grated; 3 tablespoons orange juice

Servings: persons

1 cup chopped pecans
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 medium mashed ripened bananas
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
For the Orange Icing
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon orange rind, grated
3 tablespoons orange juice

1
Place 1 cup of the pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan.
2
Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until toasted.
3
Beat butter and cream cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
4
Add eggs, 1 at a time beating just until blended after each addition.
5
Combine flour and next 3 ingredients; gradually add to butter mixture, beating at low speed just until blended.
6
Stir in bananas, pecans, and vanilla.
7
Spoon batter into 2 greased and floured 8 by 4 inch loaf pans. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of pecans evenly over batter in the pans.
8
Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until a long wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean and sides pull away from the pan, shielding with aluminum foil during the last 15 minutes to prevent excessive browning, if necessary.
9
Meanwhile, stir together powdered sugar, orange rind, and orange juice until blended.
10
Cool bread in pans on wire racks for 10 minutes. Remove bread from pans to wire racks.
11
Drizzle orange icing evenly over warm bread and cool for 30 minutes on wire racks.

1749

kcal

Calories

Fat

228

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup chopped pecans, 3/4 cup butter, softened, 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened, 2 cups sugar, and more.

Yes, Orange Pecan Topped Cream Cheese Banana Nut Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!