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Hawaiian Banana Bread

Hawaiian Banana Bread Recipe

Indulge in the tropical flavors of Hawaii with this moist and flavorful Hawaiian Banana Bread! This recipe takes the classic banana bread up a notch by adding crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and macadamia nuts. The result? A delightfully sweet, soft, and nutty bread with just the right amount of tropical zing. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this banana bread will transport your taste buds straight to the islands!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • ½ cup macadamia nuts or walnuts, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the drained crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir well until combined.
  3. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
  5. Fold in the Nuts (Optional): If using macadamia nuts or walnuts, fold them into the batter for extra crunch and flavor.
  6. Bake the Banana Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • 🍌 Use overripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 🌴 Enhance the tropical flavor by adding a tablespoon of lime zest.
  • 🍯 Make it healthier by swapping granulated sugar for coconut sugar or honey.
  • ❄️ Freezing tip: Wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Author: Chef EL
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 55
  • Category: Dessert, Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian, American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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