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Hawaiian Banana Bread with Coconut and Pineapple

A delightful and tropical banana bread recipe, enhanced with crushed pineapple and shredded coconut, perfect for using up ripe bananas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Hawaiian, Tropical
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • ½ cup butter (softened) Adds moisture; for a healthier option, coconut oil works well.
  • 1 cup sugar Sweetens the bread; consider using light brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 2 large eggs Binds ingredients; try a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 very ripe banana (mashed) Adds flavor and moisture; the riper, the better!
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple (do not drain) Provides juiciness and tropical flair; canned or fresh works!
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups flour The base of the bread; you can use whole wheat for more fiber.
  • 1 tsp baking powder Provides lift; ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • ½ tsp baking soda Enhances leavening; also check freshness.
  • ¼ tsp salt Balances flavors; don’t skip it!
  • ¼ cup shredded coconut Adds texture and tropical taste; can also use sweetened or unsweetened.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together using a mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
  4. Stir in the mashed banana and crushed pineapple (juice included).
  5. In a separate medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Fold in the shredded coconut.
  8. Pour the batter into a greased 9x5 loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Notes

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. To elevate the loaf, drizzle honey or a sprinkle of coarse sea salt on top before baking for an additional layer of flavor.