Its an easy, flavorful recipe thats sure to impress.

He loves banana bread and I love baking it, so were a good pair.

I think of it as banana bread thats ready to party.

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And its got frosting!

Actually, as Im writing this, Im thinking that maybe this is really a banana cappuccino!

Coffee and banana are one of my long-time favorite flavor combinations.

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Cinnamon and coffee, another classic.

Using Toasted and Untoasted Coconut

I love that coconut offers different flavor and texture possibilities.

I made it for a dinner party and then we nibbled the leftovers at breakfast the next day.

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The frosting makes it specialfancier than a traditional banana breadbut honestly, this is a morning-to-midnight treat.

it’s possible for you to use softened butter or coconut oil to grease the pan.

Use coconut oil or softened butter to grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

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Cover the bottom of the pan with a parchment or silicone circle.

Slide it into the oven and bake until toasted, 7 to 10 minutes.

Set aside to cool while you mix the batter.

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Dissolve the instant espresso in the hot water.

In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until completely smooth.

Stir in the melted coconut oil.

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One by one, mix in the cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.

Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, dissolved espresso powder, and vanilla extract.

Mix in the flour just until combined followed by the toasted and untoasted coconut.

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Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes.

Let cool completely before frosting.

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Spread the frosting over the cake using a small icing spatula, a butter knife, or a spoon.

If youd like, frost the sidestheres plenty of frosting.

Sprinkle the toasted coconut over top if youre using it.

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The banana bread cake will keep, covered, at room temperature for 2 days.

The texture is best at room temperature.

It can be kept for 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator.

Melted Coconut Oil Mixed Into Bowl With Mashed Bananas and Espresso Mixture

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Toasted Coconut Flakes Folded Into Bowl of Banana Mixture

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Dry Ingredients for Frosting Added to a Mixing Bowl

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