This Banana Pecan Bread is moist, flavorful, and filled with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves add depth, while chopped pecans give a satisfying crunch. Made in an air fryer, it’s a quick and convenient way to bake a wholesome loaf perfect for breakfast, tea time, or a sweet snack.
Banana bread is a classic comfort bake that turns overripe bananas into something irresistible. This version elevates the recipe by adding chopped pecans for crunch and warm spices for a cozy flavor. Instead of using a traditional oven, we’re baking it in an air fryer, which keeps the bread moist inside while ensuring a lovely golden crust outside.
The secret to a rich, tender banana bread lies in using very ripe bananas — the kind with brown spots — as they are sweeter and mash more easily, blending into the batter. Olive oil keeps the crumb moist without making the bread heavy, while the combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves gives it a festive, aromatic touch.
Pecans not only add texture but also a buttery nuttiness that pairs beautifully with banana. This bread is versatile: you can enjoy it plain, with a pat of butter, or toasted with a drizzle of honey. It keeps well for several days, and slices can even be frozen for later.
Prep the Air Fryer & Pan
Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (356°F).
Grease a 9-inch loaf pan with oil and dust lightly with flour.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove powder, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, beat olive oil, eggs, milk, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas until well combined.
Combine & Add Pecans
Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined — do not overmix.
Fold in chopped pecans, reserving a few to sprinkle on top.
Bake in the Air Fryer
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Place in the air fryer basket and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool & Serve
Remove from the air fryer and let the bread cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
Transfer to a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing.
Serve as is, or with butter, cream cheese, or honey.
Yes, you can substitute walnuts, almonds, or even chocolate chips for pecans.
You can replace up to half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour, but the bread will be slightly denser.
Yes. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for 50–55 minutes.
Yes. Wrap individual slices in cling film and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or toast before serving.
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