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Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts

Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts

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Indulge in a slice of paradise with this Hawaiian Banana Bread featuring luscious pineapple, rich coconut, and crunchy macadamia nuts. This delightful loaf combines tropical flavors to create a moist and flavorful treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack.

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 the oven to 350°F and grease your loaf pan.
  2. Dry roast macadamia nuts in a skillet over low heat until slightly browned; chop and set aside.
  3. In one bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, vanilla extract, ripe bananas, crushed pineapple with juice, and sunflower oil until smooth.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  6. Gently add chopped macadamia nuts and coconut flakes to the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth out the top.
  8. Bake for about 55-65 minutes or until golden brown and a knife comes out clean from the center.
  9. Allow to cool completely before slicing.

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