Jamaican Banana Bread

Nuts, coconut, lime and rum add a tropical flavor to this instant bread. This is an unforgettable recipe, in which a sharp lime glaze emphasizes the sweetness of the bread. Try. Don't let the long list of ingredients mislead you; many ingredients are mixed with bread and then used to coat the bread with a frosting in which powdered sugar and milk don't mix.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Brush an 8-inch x 4-inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.Put 2 tablespoons of softened butter and cheese in a large bowl; beat with a mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add 1 cup of sugar and beat well. Add the egg; beat well.Weigh or lightly spoon 9 ounces of flour (about 2 cups) into dry measuring cups; smooth with a knife. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; whisk to combine. Combine the banana and the following 5 ingredients (with vanilla added); mix well. Add the flour mixture and banana mixture alternately to the butter mixture. Add 1/4 cup pecans and 1/4 cup coconut flakes.Pour the batter into the prepared pan; bake at 375 ° C for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes; remove from the pan. Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack.Combine brown sugar and 2 teaspoons butter, lime juice, and rum in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add 2 tablespoons each of the pecans and coconut; spoon over the bread.