Coconut Banana Cornbread
Experience a delightful twist on a classic favorite with Coconut Banana Cornbread—a moist, golden treat that blends the rustic charm of cornbread with tropical flavors. This easy-to-make recipe combines sweet mashed bananas, creamy coconut milk, and a hint of shredded coconut, creating a naturally sweet and slightly nutty flavor profile. Lightly crisp on the edges and tender on the inside, this cornbread is finished with an optional sprinkle of toasted coconut for added texture. Perfect as a breakfast treat, dessert, or even a snack, this dish comes together in just 45 minutes and yields eight satisfying servings. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and enjoy a unique, wholesome dessert that's sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.33 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 medium (mashed) ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 0.5 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons extra shredded coconut (for topping, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
In a separate medium bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the coconut milk, shredded coconut, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. If desired, sprinkle the top with additional shredded coconut for extra texture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cornbread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving. It can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2873 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.6 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.4 g | 387% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 501 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 2739 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 438.1 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.5 g | 148% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.3 g | ||
| Protein | 47.0 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 2630 mg | 56% | |
*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.
