Caribbean Banana Lime Bread
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this Caribbean Banana Lime Bread, a sunny twist on classic banana bread that's bursting with zesty flavor and island-inspired ingredients. Made with ripe bananas, fresh lime zest and juice, creamy coconut milk, and sweet shredded coconut, this moist and tender loaf is a flavor-packed delight. A hint of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg adds depth, while optional chopped walnuts provide a satisfying crunch. Perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or even dessert, this easy, one-bowl recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in an hour. Serve it warm with a smear of butter and let the tropical vibes take over! Keywords: Caribbean Banana Lime Bread, tropical flavors, coconut milk banana bread, zesty lime banana bread recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 1 large lime
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.33 cup coconut milk
- 0.5 cup shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Peel the ripe bananas and mash them in a large mixing bowl using a fork until smooth. Zest the lime and add the zest to the mashed bananas. Cut the lime in half, juice it, and add 2 tablespoons of lime juice to the bananas. Set aside.
In another large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using a hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until well incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg to combine.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the coconut milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients while mixing gently with a spatula to avoid overmixing.
Fold in the shredded coconut and optional walnuts for added texture and flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and enjoy the tropical flavors of your Caribbean Banana Lime Bread. Serve plain or with a smear of butter for an extra indulgence!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3200 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 127.3 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.8 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 3085 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 488.9 g | 178% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.1 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 242.2 g | ||
| Protein | 55.1 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2373 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
