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Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple & Coconut

A moist and delicious banana bread infused with tropical flavors of crushed pineapple and shredded coconut, perfect for bringing a taste of the islands to your kitchen.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 3 large ripe bananas mashed
  • 0.5 cup melted butter
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup crushed pineapple drained
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
Tropical Additions
  • 0.75 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 0.5 cup chopped macadamia nuts optional

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • - Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth with some lumpy bits.
  3. Add the melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and drained crushed pineapple to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.
  4. Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  5. Gently fold in the shredded coconut and optional macadamia nuts.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the bread to cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 12g

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for longer storage. Freeze slices for up to 3 months. For best results, serve warm with a smear of salted butter.
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