Southern Living's Toasted Coconut Cream Cheese Banana Nut Bread

Indulge in the rich, tropical flavors of Southern Living's Toasted Coconut Cream Cheese Banana Nut Bread—a delightful twist on classic banana bread. This moist and tender loaf is elevated with the creamy tang of cream cheese, the subtle crunch of toasted coconut and nuts, and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Perfectly balanced with hints of vanilla and a golden crust, this recipe is ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and finished with a decorative sprinkle of toasted coconut, each slice delivers a luxurious taste of Southern-inspired baking. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a comforting treat sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.25 cup Cream cheese, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1.5 cups Ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Shredded sweetened coconut, toasted
• 0.75 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted
• 0.25 cup Toasted coconut (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy release.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the butter and cream cheese mixture. Beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Mix in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 6

Stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 7

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 8

Fold in the toasted coconut and chopped nuts with a spatula until evenly distributed.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

If desired, garnish the top with additional toasted coconut before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1501.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5793.4

Total Fat 315.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 191.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 696.0mg	0%
Sodium 2921.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 716.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.1g	0%
Total Sugars 447.9g
Protein 71.2g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 420.4mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 2855.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.4%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 47.9%