Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup chopped pineapple, for topping
Pecan halves, for topping
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Beat the granulated sugar and melted unsalted butter in a large bowl until the mixture is frothy and light.
One egg at a time, add them, beating thoroughly after each addition.
. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Mix in the mashed bananas and crushed pineapple until the ingredients are well combined.
Mixing only until mixed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ones.
. Fold in the chopped pecans.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the chopped pineapple and pecan halves on top.
In order for a toothpick inserted in the center to come out clean, bake for 60 to 70 minutes.
Ten minutes after the bread has cooled in the pan, transfer it to a wire rack to continue cooling.
Enjoy this delightful Pineapple Pecan Banana Bread!
Note: The original recipe did not specify the exact measurements for the topping. Adjust the quantity of chopped pineapple and pecan halves according to your preference.