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Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts

Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts
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If you’re seeking a delicious twist on traditional banana bread, this Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts is your answer. Each slice is a tropical escape, blending the sweetness of ripe bananas with juicy crushed pineapple, chewy coconut flakes, and crunchy macadamia nuts. This moist and flavorful bread is perfect for breakfast or dessert, making it an instant favorite at any gathering. Easy to prepare and delightful to enjoy, it’s bound to bring smiles at the table.

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 (about 3 medium bananas)
  • 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

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Dry roast macadamia nuts in a skillet until slightly browned.
  3. In one bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, combine wet ingredients: eggs, vanilla extract, mashed bananas, crushed pineapple (with juice), and sunflower oil.
  5. Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in macadamia nuts and coconut flakes.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 55-65 minutes or until a knife comes out clean.
  8. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.

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