Description
A moist and flavorful pineapple banana bread that’s perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack. This easy-to-make loaf combines ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, and toasted coconut for a tropical twist on classic banana bread.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1-2 bananas)
- 1/3 cup drained crushed pineapple
- 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
- Optional: 1/2 to 1 tsp pineapple extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring the sugar is well incorporated for a smooth texture.
- Beat in eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully combine and create a creamy batter base.
- Mix in banana, pineapple, and coconut: Stir in the mashed banana, drained crushed pineapple, and sweetened flaked coconut. If using pineapple extract, add it now to enhance the tropical flavor.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt.
- Incorporate dry into wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the bread’s moist texture.
- Prepare loaf pan and bake: Spoon the batter into a greased 8-inch by 4-inch loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 65 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Drain the crushed pineapple well to prevent excess moisture that can affect the bread’s texture.
- The optional pineapple extract intensifies the pineapple flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
- For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/10 of loaf)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
