Banana-Raisin Nut Coffee Loaf

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups melted butter
• 2 cups brown sugar (can use 1/4 cup less sugar)
• 4 eggs
• 3 teaspoons vanilla
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 orange, rind of, grated
• 2 cups mashed ripe bananas
• 1 cup strong brewed coffee
• 4 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

1. 1

   Set oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   Grease two 8 x 4-inch loaf pans.

3. 3

   In a bowl beat melted butter with brown sugar for 2 minutes (or until no sugar granules remain).

4. 4

   Add in eggs, vanilla, almond extract and the rind from 1 orange.

5. 5

   Mash 2 cups bananas in 1 cup brewed coffee; add to the creamed mixture; mix to combine.

6. 6

   In a small bowl mix together flour with, baking soda, baking powder, nutmeg and cinnamon; add to the creamed mixture and stir with wooden spoon until just combined (do not overmix!).

7. 7

   Add in raisins and nuts; mix lightly until combined.

8. 8

   Divide the mixture between the two pans.

9. 9

   Bake for about 40-50 minutes or until loaves test done.