Hawaiian Banana Bread
A tropical delight combining bananas, pineapple, and coconut for a sweet and flavorful dessert.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup softened butter Ensure butter is at room temperature
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 very ripe banana, mashed The riper, the better for flavor
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (don't drain it!) Use canned for best results
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups flour All-purpose flour recommended
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Finishing Touch
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut Optional, omit if not a fan
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the mashed banana and crushed pineapple until fully combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the shredded coconut.
Baking
- Pour the batter into a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for longer storage.