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Hawaiian Banana Bread

Hawaiian Banana Bread

Hawaiian Banana Bread is a moist, flavorful tropical twist on classic banana bread, combining ripe bananas, shredded coconut, and crushed pineapple to create an aromatic and tender loaf perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. This easy-to-make bread brings the taste of the islands to your kitchen with its rich sweetness, balanced texture, and versatility.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 10–12 slices) 1x

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 3–4 overripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1/3 cup melted butter or coconut oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Ensure bananas are overripe with brown spots for optimal sweetness and softness. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add melted butter or coconut oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and crushed pineapple. Stir until well combined and smooth.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut to distribute leavening agents and flavors evenly.
  4. Mix Wet and Dry: Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender and airy bread texture.
  5. Bake: Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Bake for 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix batter to ensure a light, tender crumb.
  • Maintain oven temperature at 350°F for even baking without drying.
  • Gently fold in nuts or chocolate chips to keep batter structure intact if adding mix-ins.
  • Let bread cool completely before slicing to help it set and maintain slice integrity.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th of loaf)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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