Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts
Indulge in the tropical delight of our Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts. This moist and flavorful bread combines ripe bananas with sweet crushed pineapple, rich coconut flakes, and crunchy macadamia nuts for a delicious twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful snack, this easy-to-make recipe will transport you to sunny shores with each bite. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet moment at home, this banana bread promises to be a hit with everyone!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose white flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
- 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp organic sunflower oil
- 1/2 cup macadamia nuts (dry roasted & chopped)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your loaf pan.
- Dry roast macadamia nuts in a pan over medium heat until slightly browned.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, vanilla extract, mashed bananas, crushed pineapple with juice, and sunflower oil.
- Combine the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in roasted macadamia nuts and coconut flakes gently.
- Pour batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes or until a knife comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg