Here’s a tropical Hawaiian Banana Bread with Coconut and Pineapple recipe that’s moist, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for extra tropical flavor)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• ½ cup crushed pineapple, drained
• ½ cup shredded sweetened coconut
• ¼ cup chopped macadamia nuts (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate large bowl, beat together melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Stir in mashed bananas and drained pineapple.
4. Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in shredded coconut and macadamia nuts (if using).
5. Bake: Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool and serve: Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!
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