Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple and Coconut

This Hawaiian Banana Bread combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the tropical flavors of pineapple and coconut, creating a moist and flavorful loaf. The addition of buttermilk ensures a tender crumb, while melted butter adds richness. A hint of rum flavoring enhances the tropical taste, making each slice a delightful treat. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this bread brings a taste of the islands to your kitchen. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, it's sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 cup canned crushed pineapple, undrained

• 1/2 cup buttermilk

• 1/2 cup melted butter

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1/2 cup shredded coconut

• 1 teaspoon rum flavoring (optional)
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 330°F (165°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the mashed bananas, buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and rum flavoring (if using).

4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

5. Add Pineapple and Coconut: Fold in the crushed pineapple (with juice) and shredded coconut until evenly distributed.

6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 250 kcal

• Protein: 3g

• Carbohydrates: 35g

• Fat: 12g

• Sodium: 200mg

• Cholesterol: 30mg

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 20g