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Loaf of homemade bread topped with nuts on a wooden plate, placed on a rustic wooden table with a checkered cloth
Preparation Time: 
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
50-60 minutes (Baking Time)
Total Time:
1 hour and 10 minutes

Banana Loaf with Pecans and Almonds Recipe

Recipe by Dr. Linda Khoshaba

Ingredients:

3 ripe bananas (mashed)
1/3 cup melted coconut oil
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups whole wheat or almond flour
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup chopped almonds
Hand slicing a loaf of banana bread with a knife on parchment paper, with fresh bananas nearby

Directions:

Preparation:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with a bit of coconut oil or line it with parchment paper.

Mixing:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted coconut oil, and honey or maple syrup.
  • Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
  • Stir in the baking soda and salt.
  • Gradually fold in the flour until just combined (do not overmix).
  • Gently fold in the chopped pecans and almonds.

Baking:

  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  • Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Health Benefits

This banana loaf is more than a delicious treat—it’s packed with endocrine health benefits. Bananas provide potassium, which supports adrenal gland function and helps regulate blood pressure, a key factor in overall hormonal balance. Pecans and almonds are rich in magnesium and healthy fats, essential for stabilizing blood sugar and promoting thyroid health. By avoiding refined sugar, this loaf becomes a guilt-free indulgence that nurtures your body and hormones alike. Perfect for a snack or breakfast with a cup of herbal tea!

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