If you love moist, flavorful banana bread, this Hawaiian Banana Bread with Coconut and Pineapple will take you straight to the tropics! This recipe blends ripe bananas, juicy pineapple, shredded coconut, and warm spices to create a sweet, soft, and incredibly delicious loaf.
Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy-to-make banana bread is full of flavor and naturally sweetened with fruit.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Super Moist & Flavorful – Pineapple and bananas make this bread extra soft and naturally sweet.
✔ Easy to Make – Just mix, pour, and bake!
✔ Tropical Twist – Coconut and pineapple add a delicious island flavor.
✔ Perfect for Any Occasion – Great for brunch, snacks, or gifting!
Ingredients
🍌 2 large ripe bananas (mashed)
🍍 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
🥥 ½ cup shredded coconut
🧈 ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
🍯 ½ cup honey or brown sugar
🥚 2 large eggs
🥛 ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
🧂 1 tsp vanilla extract
🌿 1½ cups all-purpose flour
🧁 1 tsp baking soda
🧁 ½ tsp baking powder
🧂 ½ tsp salt
🍂 1 tsp cinnamon
🔹 Optional Add-ins: Chopped macadamia nuts, white chocolate chips, or a sprinkle of extra coconut on top!
How to Make Hawaiian Banana Bread
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
🔥 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
🥣 In a large bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, pineapple, melted butter, eggs, honey (or sugar), yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients
🥄 In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Step 4: Combine & Fold in Coconut
🌴 Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined (don’t overmix!). Stir in the shredded coconut.
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
🍞 Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool & Enjoy!
🌿 Let the bread cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with butter, honey, or a drizzle of coconut glaze!
Serving Ideas
✔ Top with honey or butter for extra richness.
✔ Pair with coffee, tea, or a tropical smoothie for a Hawaiian-inspired breakfast.
✔ Toast slices and add peanut butter or cream cheese for a delicious snack.
Storage & Freezing
📌 Room Temperature – Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
📌 Refrigerate – Keeps fresh for up to a week.
📌 Freeze – Wrap slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
Tips for the Best Banana Bread
🔥 Use ripe bananas – The riper, the better for extra sweetness and moisture!
🔥 Drain the pineapple well – Too much liquid can make the bread soggy.
🔥 Don’t overmix – Overmixing makes banana bread dense instead of soft.
🔥 Let it rest before slicing – This helps the flavors settle for the best texture.
🔥 Customize it – Add nuts, chocolate chips, or a coconut glaze for more flavor!
Final Thoughts
This Hawaiian Banana Bread is the perfect combination of tropical flavors, making it a great treat for any occasion. If you love banana bread, you have to try this version! 🍌🥥🍍
🔥 Would you try this recipe? Let me know your favorite banana bread add-ins! 🍞💛
