Banana Bread Recipe

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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Final Touches: Fold in the shredded coconut to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
6. 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.
7. 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.