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Coconut Pineapple Banana Bread: A Taste of Hawaii

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This tropical coconut pineapple banana bread is a delicious fusion of sweet and savory flavors, bringing the taste of Hawaii to your kitchen. With the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, the crunch of shredded coconut, and the tangy touch of pineapple, this bread is a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert. Easy to make and full of island vibes, it’s a must-try recipe for banana bread lovers.

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or macadamia nuts (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
  • Add the crushed pineapple (drained) and shredded coconut to the mashed bananas, mixing well.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  • In another bowl, whisk the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
  • Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • If you prefer a more intense pineapple flavor, you can use more crushed pineapple or add a bit of pineapple juice to the batter.
  • You can substitute walnuts for macadamia nuts for an extra Hawaiian touch.
  • For a dairy-free version, swap the butter with coconut oil or a plant-based butter alternative.

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