Pineapple Banana Loaf
Delightfully moist and bursting with tropical flavor, this Pineapple Banana Loaf is a must-try for lovers of fruity baked goods. Combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the juicy tang of crushed pineapple, this easy-to-make recipe brings a refreshing twist to classic banana bread. Chopped walnuts or pecans add optional crunch, while a hint of vanilla enhances its rich, aromatic profile. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, this quick bread pairs beautifully with a pat of butter or smear of cream cheese. Ready in just over an hour, this loaf is ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself. Bring a taste of the tropics to your kitchen with this incredible Pineapple Banana Loaf!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar (light or dark)
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Mashed bananas (about 2-3 medium bananas)
- 0.75 cup Crushed pineapple (drained)
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (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 medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
Add the mashed bananas and drained crushed pineapple to the wet mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
If using nuts, gently fold them into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf 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 plain, or with a pat of butter or cream cheese. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 148.6 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.4 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 2631 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 568.0 g | 207% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 353.0 g | ||
| Protein | 51.6 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1774 mg | 38% | |
*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.
