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Coconut-Macadamia Banana Bread

Irresistibly Moist Coconut-Macadamia Banana Bread Recipe

Discover the Tropical Coconut-Macadamia Banana Bread, a perfect breakfast treat using ripe bananas and coconut.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 large Eggs Adds moisture and structure to the bread
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Provides sweetness and richness
  • 1 cup White Sugar Balances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil Keeps the bread moist
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor depth
  • 6 large Overripe Bananas Mashed, primary flavor source
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Gives structure
  • 1 1/3 cups Whole Wheat Flour Adds nutrition
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Essential leavening agent
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Essential leavening agent
  • 2 tsp Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 tsp Nutmeg Adds warmth and spice
  • 2 cups Buttermilk Contributes tenderness
For the Mix-Ins
  • 7 oz Sweetened Flaked Coconut Provides chewiness
  • 1 1/2 cups Chopped Macadamia Nuts Offers crunch and rich flavor
  • 2 large Firm Ripe Bananas Used for topping or mixing

Equipment

  • loaf pans
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two loaf pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, white sugar, canola oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in mashed bananas.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. Fold into wet mixture until just combined.
  4. Add buttermilk and mix in the sweetened flaked coconut until evenly distributed.
  5. Distribute batter evenly between the pans, topping with sliced bananas and macadamia nuts.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool in pans for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure bananas are overripe for optimum sweetness. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture fluffy. Adjust baking times for different pan sizes.

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