Citrus Cinnamon Banana Bread is a delightful twist on the classic banana bread, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with zesty orange and warm spices. Here’s why you’ll enjoy this recipe, a breakdown of its ingredients and their importance, preparation steps, and storage tips.

Why You’ll Like This Recipe:

• Flavorful Combination: The blend of bananas, orange zest, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg creates a harmonious balance of sweet, citrusy, and spicy notes.
• Texture: Chopped walnuts add a pleasant crunch, complementing the moist and tender crumb of the bread.
• Aromatic Appeal: Baking this bread fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma, making it perfect for cozy mornings or as a comforting treat.

Ingredients and Their Importance:

• Flour : Provides structure to the bread.
• Baking Powder: Leavens the bread, ensuring it rises properly.
• Salt: Enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.
• Ground Ginger, Cinnamon, Nutmeg: Add warmth and depth to the flavor profile.
• Orange Rind: Imparts a fresh, citrusy brightness that complements the sweetness of the bananas.
• Walnuts: Introduce a crunchy texture and nutty flavor; roasting them enhances their taste.
• Butter : Contributes to the moistness and rich flavor of the bread.
• Sugar: Sweetens the bread and aids in creating a tender crumb.
• Bananas: Provide natural sweetness, moisture, and banana flavor.
• Egg : Acts as a binding agent, giving structure to the bread.
• Milk: Adds moisture, resulting in a softer texture.

How to Make Citrus Cinnamon Banana Bread:

Roast the Walnuts:

• • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Lightly spray a rimmed baking sheet with oil.
  • Spread the walnuts on the sheet and bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • Once roasted, remove from the oven and let them cool.

Prepare the Batter:

• • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Using a blender, pulse the cooled walnuts for about 10 seconds until coarsely chopped.
  • Add ¾ cup of the chopped walnuts to the flour mixture, reserving the remaining ¼ cup for topping.
  • In the blender, combine the sugar, softened butter, egg, bananas, orange rind, and milk. Puree for 15 seconds until smooth.
  • Pour the banana mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Bake the Bread:

• • Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal, and lightly spray with oil.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the reserved chopped walnuts on top.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then use the parchment overhang to lift it out and place on a wire rack to cool completely.

How to Store:

• At Room Temperature: Once completely cooled, wrap the banana bread tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, or place it in an airtight container. It will stay fresh for up to 2 days.
• Refrigeration: For extended freshness, store the wrapped bread in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• Freezing: To freeze, wrap the bread (whole or sliced) in plastic wrap, then place it in a freezer-safe bag or container. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm individual slices in the microwave or toaster oven before serving.

Enjoy your homemade Citrus Cinnamon Banana Bread as a delightful breakfast treat or a satisfying snack any time of the day!

Citrus Cinnamon Banana Bread

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes minutes

Course: bread

Cuisine: American

Keyword: banana bread cinnamon citrus pecans

Servings: 1 loaf

Author: theperksofbeingus

Ingredients

• 2 1 ⁄2 cups flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 ⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon we use Ceylon Cinnamon from Spiceology
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons orange rind
• 1 cup walnuts
• 1/3 cup softened butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 small bananas
• 1 egg
• 1 ⁄2 cup milk

Instructions

Roast Pecans

• Heat oven to 350 Degrees. Spray a rimmed cookie sheet with spray oil
• Scatter pecans on sheet, and bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway thru.
• Remove pecans from pan once roasted to cool

Prepare Banana Bread Batter:

• In a medium bowl combine flour, baking powder, salt.
• In blender chop nuts for 10 seconds.
• Add ¾ cup of the nuts to the flour mixture, reserving balance to put on top of banana bread.
• In blender put sugar, butter, egg, bananas, orange rind and milk. Push puree for 15 seconds.
• Pour the banana mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl and mix till moistened.
• Spray a sheet of parchment with spray oil. Put parchment into a loaf pan, with some of the parchment hanging over the edge. This will make for easier removal of the banana bread.
• Pour batter into a parchment lined loaf pan. Sprinkle balance of pecans on top
• Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Since ovens vary, check for a spring back when touched, and a toothpick to come out clean
• Cool and serve sliced with butter.

 

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