BANANA, PECAN AND COCONUT LOAF

Steps:

• 1. Preheat the oven at 185C or 325°F. Grease two small loaf pans or one regular size.
• 2. In a bowl combine the flour, baking powder, chia seeds, desiccated coconut and salt.
• 3. In a separate which can be the bowl of an electric mixer, mix the sugar and the 4 eggs. Beat until it becomes a light and fluffy mixture. This should be done at a medium speed for about 4-5 minutes.
• 4. While still mixing, add the oil little by little or pouring it in continuously until all is in.
• 5. Add the mashed bananas and mix at low speed for 30 seconds, just enough to incorporate these.
• 6. Using a spatula, fold in the flour mixture gently. Add the chopped and toasted pecans.
• 7. Pour the batter into the already prepared loaf pans. Peel one banana and cut into two lengthwise. Add on top.
• 8. Bake for about 40 minutes or so until golden brown. Use a wooden skewer to make sure it's done.
• 9. When ready, take out of the oven. Allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes and then take out and cool completely, ideally this should be done on a wire rack.
• 10. Can be served warm or cold with a nice dollop of creme fraîche, ice cream or a nice Greek yoghurt. Enjoy!