Hawaiian Banana Bread

Health score
1%
Hawaiian Banana Bread
210 min.
48
90kcal

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Welcome to a tropical delight that will transport your taste buds straight to the sunny shores of Hawaii! Our Hawaiian Banana Bread is not just any ordinary banana bread; it’s a luscious blend of ripe bananas, creamy butter, and the irresistible crunch of toasted macadamia nuts, all harmoniously combined with the sweet, chewy goodness of flaked coconut. Perfect for any morning meal, brunch, or even as a delightful dessert, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Imagine waking up to the warm aroma of freshly baked banana bread wafting through your kitchen, inviting everyone to gather around the table. With its moist texture and rich flavor, this bread is not only a treat for the senses but also a wholesome option that can be enjoyed guilt-free, with each slice containing just 90 calories. Whether you’re serving it alongside your morning coffee or as a sweet snack during the day, this Hawaiian Banana Bread is versatile enough to fit any occasion.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake a batch of this delightful bread that serves 48 people! It’s perfect for sharing at gatherings or simply indulging in a slice (or two) yourself. Let’s dive into the tropical flavors and create a delicious masterpiece that will leave everyone asking for the recipe!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.5 cups banana ripe mashed (3 to 4 medium)
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk 
  • 0.5 cup coconut flakes flaked
  •  eggs 
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 3.5 ounces macadamia nuts toasted chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 1.3 cups sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Move oven rack to lowest position.
  2. Heat oven to 350F . Grease bottoms only of 2 loaf pans, 8 1/2x4 1/2x2 1/2 inches, or 1 loaf pan, 9x5x3 inches.
  3. Stir together sugar and butter in large bowl. Stir in eggs until well blended.
  4. Add bananas, buttermilk and vanilla. Beat with wire whisk until smooth. Stir in flour, baking soda and salt just until moistened. Stir in nuts and coconut.
  5. Pour into pans.
  6. Bake 8-inch loaves about 1 hour, 9-inch loaf about 1 1/4 hours, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes. Loosen sides of loaves from pans; remove from pans and place top side up on wire rack. Cool completely, about 2 hours, before slicing. Wrap tightly and store at room temperature up to 4 days, or refrigerate up to 10 days. To
  7. Bake Mini-Loaves: Grease bottoms only of 10 miniature loaf pans, 4 1/2x2 3/4x1 1/4 inches. Divide batter among pans (about 1/2 cup each).
  8. Bake 30 to 35 minutes. 10 mini-loaves.

Nutrition Facts

Calories90kcal
Protein5.55%
Fat42.89%
Carbs51.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.02
Glycemic Load
7.8
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.0860869714423%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.29mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:90.02kcal
4.5%
Fat:4.39g
6.76%
Saturated Fat:1.27g
7.94%
Carbohydrates:11.89g
3.96%
Net Carbohydrates:11.27g
4.1%
Sugar:6.09g
6.76%
Cholesterol:7.09mg
2.37%
Sodium:99.44mg
4.32%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Protein:1.28g
2.56%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.39%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.33%
Selenium:3.18µg
4.54%
Folate:14.17µg
3.54%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.2%
Iron:0.46mg
2.53%
Fiber:0.62g
2.48%
Vitamin B3:0.48mg
2.38%
Vitamin A:101.61IU
2.03%
Phosphorus:20.08mg
2.01%
Copper:0.04mg
1.91%
Magnesium:6.73mg
1.68%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.63%
Potassium:43.3mg
1.24%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.07%