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Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts

Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts

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If you’re searching for a delightful, tropical dessert to brighten your day, look no further than this Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts. This easy-to-make loaf combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with juicy pineapple and crunchy macadamia nuts, creating a flavor explosion that transports you straight to paradise. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an after-dinner treat, this banana bread is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it can be baked ahead of time and stored for later enjoyment. Whip up this delicious recipe and savor each bite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose 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 (mashed)
  • 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple (with juice)
  • 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp sunflower oil
  • 1/2 cup macadamia nuts (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan generously.
  2. Dry roast the macadamia nuts in a pan over medium heat until slightly browned.
  3. In one bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, combine eggs, vanilla extract, mashed bananas, crushed pineapple (with juice), and sunflower oil. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Pour the dry mixture into the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the roasted macadamia nuts and coconut flakes.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool completely before slicing.

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