Exquisite Orange Hummingbird Banana Loaf Cake with a Buttermilk Glaze

Delight in this delightful creation of a moist and flavorful banana loaf cake infused with fresh orange zest and juicy orange segments, topped with a luscious buttermilk glaze. This exquisite treat is perfect for any occasion, bringing a burst of citrusy sweetness with every bite.

Ingredients

2	large eggs
1	cup light brown sugar
1	cup vegetable oil
1	tablespoon dark rum
3	tablespoons buttermilk (low fat is fine)
4	medium-sized ripe bananas
1	medium fresh orange - zest and pulp
2	cups all-purpose flour
1	teaspoon cinnamon
1	teaspoon ground clove
1	teaspoon salt
	handful sweetened coconut
	handful chopped pecans
1	cup sifted powdered sugar
2	tablespoons buttermilk

Instructions

• 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Combine all dry ingredients, excluding the light brown sugar and pecans, in a small bowl.
  3. Mash the bananas until smooth, resembling liquid using a potato masher.
  4. Zest the orange, supreme it, and break the segments into bite-sized pieces.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and light brown sugar until light and frothy. Stir in rum, buttermilk, and gradually add oil. Fold in mashed bananas, orange segments, and zest.
  6. Slowly fold the remaining dry ingredients, excluding pecans, into the wet mixture. Pour the batter into greased loaf pans.
  7. Sprinkle pecans on top of each loaf and bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Adjust baking time for a larger loaf pan.
  8. Allow the loaves to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan to continue cooling.
  9. Prepare the glaze by mixing buttermilk with sifted powdered sugar until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over each loaf.
  10. Savor and enjoy this delectable treat!

Aug 02, 2024