Homemade Butter Pecan Banana Bread is a fun twist on the classic banana bread recipe with a buttery, nutty flavor and soft, moist yet crunchy texture. It's our new favorite!
In a small skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the pecans and salt and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture is lightly browned, 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and let cool.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the sugar and eggs on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Reducing to low speed, gradually add in the melted and cooled butter. Add the bananas, sour cream, and vanilla, beating until just combined.
Using a rubber spatula, fold in the dry ingredients and pecans. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for about 1 hour, or until golden brown on top and the center springs back when gently pressed. Bake time for glass or ceramic pans may be longer.
*If you'd like to make your loaf with a banana on top as shown in the photos, you will need an additional banana, sliced horizontally. Add half of the banana to top of loaf prior to placing in oven.
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