Hawaiian Banana Bread
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this irresistible Hawaiian Banana Bread, a delightful twist on the classic comfort food. Bursting with ripe bananas and sweet, juicy crushed pineapple, this moist and flavorful loaf is elevated by the addition of shredded sweetened coconut and optional chopped macadamia nuts for a true island-inspired treat. The perfect balance of sweetness and texture makes it ideal for breakfast, dessert, or an indulgent snack. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a fragrant hour in the oven, this recipe is easy to make and perfect for sharing. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or enjoy it on its own for a slice of paradise in every bite! Keywords: Hawaiian Banana Bread, tropical banana bread recipe, pineapple banana loaf, coconut macadamia bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 0.5 cup chopped macadamia nuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
Add the drained crushed pineapple, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas, and whisk until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the shredded sweetened coconut and, if using, the chopped macadamia nuts until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve slices with a dollop of butter or enjoy as is for a tropical treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5067 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 223.3 g | 286% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.6 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 3154 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 748.0 g | 272% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.6 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 462.4 g | ||
| Protein | 56.9 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 2806 mg | 60% | |
*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.
