INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup butter softened
1 cup of sugar
2 large eggs
1 very ripe banana, mashed
8 ounces crushed pineapple (do not drain)
2 cups flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup shredded coconut
HOW TO MAKE HAWAIIAN BANANA BREAD
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
Prepare the Loaf Pan:
Grease a loaf pan (9 x 5 inches) to prevent the banana bread from sticking.
Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Add Eggs:
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.
Incorporate Banana and Pineapple:
Stir in the mashed banana and the crushed pineapple (with its juice) into the butter-sugar-egg mixture. Mix until well combined.
Prepare Dry Ingredients:
In a separate medium-sized bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This helps ensure even distribution of these dry ingredients in the batter.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
Add Coconut:
Stir in the shredded coconut flakes/shreds into the batter. This adds a delightful tropical flavor and texture.
Pour into Loaf Pan:
Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The exact baking time may vary, so keep an eye on it starting around 50 minutes.
Cooling:
Once baked, allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve:
Slice and serve the Hawaiian Banana Bread. Enjoy the tropical flavors!
This Hawaiian Banana Bread is sure to be a delightful treat with its combination of ripe banana, pineapple, and coconut.