Tropical Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of softened butter
- 1 cup of sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 very ripe banana, mashed
- 1 cup of crushed pineapple, with its juice
- 2 cups of flour
- 1 tsp of baking powder
- 1/2 tsp of baking soda
- 1/4 tsp of salt
- 1/4 cup of shredded coconut
Instructions:
- Oven Setup: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure you have a 9×5 inch loaf pan greased and ready for the batter.
- Creaming Butter and Sugar: In a spacious mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and sugar together until the mixture is light in color and fluffy in texture.
- Eggs and Fruits: Add the eggs to the bowl one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Follow with the mashed banana and crushed pineapple, stirring to combine well.
- Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Final Touches: Fold in the shredded coconut to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
- Baking: Transfer the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 60 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the bread; it should come out clean when the bread is ready.
- Cooling and Serving: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve the tropical banana bread as desired.
Enjoy this delightful twist on a classic banana bread, infused with the flavors of pineapple and coconut for a tropical treat that’s perfect with your morning coffee or as a sweet end to any meal.