Description
This Moist Pineapple Banana Bread is a delightful twist on classic banana bread, incorporating crushed pineapple and sweetened coconut for a tropical flavor boost. Perfectly moist and flavorful, it’s made with simple ingredients and baked to golden perfection, making it a delicious treat for breakfast or snack time.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana
- 1/3 cup drained crushed pineapple
- 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
- Optional: 1/2 to 1 teaspoon 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 bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for your bread batter.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated for a uniform batter.
- Mix in Fruit and Coconut: Stir in the mashed ripe 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.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Prepare 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 65-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Recipe sourced from Taste of Home.
- Make sure the pineapple is well-drained to avoid excess moisture affecting the bread texture.
- You can substitute unsweetened coconut for a less sweet variation.
- Check doneness early to prevent overbaking, as oven temperatures may vary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10th of loaf)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
