Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts
Experience a taste of the tropics with this delightful Hawaiian Banana Bread featuring Pineapple, Coconut, and Macadamia Nuts. This moist and flavorful loaf combines sweet ripe bananas, tangy crushed pineapple, and crunchy macadamia nuts, creating a unique flavor profile that will have everyone reaching for more. Whether you enjoy it fresh out of the oven or as a quick snack throughout the week, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family gatherings or leisurely brunches. Plus, it’s a wonderful way to incorporate tropical vibes into your baking!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/4 cups ripe bananas (about 3 medium)
- 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
- 1/2 cup macadamia nuts (chopped)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp sunflower oil
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- 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 oil until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in chopped macadamia nuts and coconut flakes without overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg