Waikiki Banana Bars
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with these irresistibly moist Waikiki Banana Bars! Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, shredded coconut, and crushed pineapple, these dessert bars are the ultimate combination of vibrant island flavors and comforting home baking. A luscious pineapple glaze adds a tangy-sweet finish, perfectly complementing the rich, buttery base. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for casual gatherings, potlucks, or simply indulging your cravings for a tropical treat. Whether served as-is or topped with a dollop of whipped cream, these banana bars promise to be a hit with every bite! Perfect keywords for your search: tropical banana bars, pineapple dessert, banana coconut bars recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and unsalted butter using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time to the sugar-butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Fold in the mashed bananas, shredded coconut, and drained crushed pineapple using a spatula, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the bars are baking, prepare the pineapple glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, pineapple juice, and milk in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the bars are done baking, let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Drizzle the glaze over the warm bars, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares or bars. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 73.2 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.3 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 497 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 1950 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 621.1 g | 226% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 422.3 g | ||
| Protein | 38.0 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2141 mg | 46% | |
*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.
