YULETIDE BANANA BREAD

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Rich but relatively fuss-free, this is no ordinary banana loaf! I fill my quick bread with macadamia nuts, raisins and coconut to create a memorable treat. -Regina Albright, Southaven, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup whole macadamia nuts, divided
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

In a food processor or blender, process 1/2 cup macadamia nuts until ground; set aside. Chop remaining nuts; set aside. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and ground nuts; stir into creamed mixture just until moistened. Fold in bananas, raisins, coconut and chopped nuts, Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 212mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.