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Coconut-Macadamia Banana Bread

Coconut-Macadamia Banana Bread: Tropical Bliss in Every Bite

Indulge in the tropical flavors of Coconut-Macadamia Banana Bread, a moist and delicious treat made with ripe bananas and crunchy macadamia nuts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 cup White Sugar granulated
  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil can substitute with melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure extract for best results
  • 3 cups Overripe Bananas mashed
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour optional
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg ground
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk can substitute with yogurt or milk mixed with vinegar
  • 1 cup Sweetened Flaked Coconut or unsweetened
  • 1/2 cup Macadamia Nuts chopped
  • 2 large Firm Ripe Bananas for garnishing

Equipment

  • Loaf pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • spoon
  • oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two loaf pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, both sugars, canola oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in the mashed bananas.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently. Incorporate the buttermilk.
  5. Fold in the sweetened flaked coconut and pour the batter into prepared pans.
  6. Top with sliced bananas and macadamia nuts, then bake for about 1 hour until golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure bananas are very ripe for optimal sweetness. Avoid over-mixing the batter and feel free to add chocolate chips or pineapple chunks for extra flavor.

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