Description
Hawaiian banana bread is a delightful tropical treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with juicy pineapple, crunchy macadamia nuts, and toasted coconut. Each bite transports you to a sunny paradise, making it perfect for brunch or as a cozy afternoon snack. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures moist and flavorful results every time, whether enjoyed warm or toasted.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup canned pineapple chunks (drained)
- 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup macadamia nuts (chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Add melted butter, sugars, and eggs, mixing until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently mix in chopped pineapple and macadamia nuts.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60–70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg