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Coconut-Macadamia Banana Bread

Coconut-Macadamia Banana Bread: A Tropical Escape in Every Bite

Coconut-Macadamia Banana Bread is a deliciously moist and flavorful way to use overripe bananas, featuring a nutty macadamia crunch and chewy coconut.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar coconut sugar for a natural alternative
  • 1/2 cup White Sugar additional brown sugar if needed
  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil or vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 3 Overripe Bananas very ripe or thawed frozen
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or whole wheat flour for a healthier option
  • 1/2 cup Whole Wheat Flour or additional all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda check expiration
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder check expiration
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg optional
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk milk mixed with vinegar or yogurt
  • 1 cup Sweetened Flaked Coconut or unsweetened
  • 1/2 cup Macadamia Nuts or walnuts/pecans
  • 2 Firm Ripe Bananas for garnishing

Equipment

  • oven
  • Loaf Pans
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two loaf pans with canola oil or butter. Line the bottom with parchment for easy removal.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, brown sugar, white sugar, canola oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined, then stir in the mashed ripe bananas.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
  4. Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until combined. Stir in buttermilk and sweetened flaked coconut.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans, filling about 2/3 full. Arrange sliced bananas on top and sprinkle with chopped macadamia nuts.
  6. Bake for approximately 1 hour, or until golden brown. If using muffin tins, check for doneness at 25 minutes.
  7. Cool the bread for 10 minutes on a wire rack, then carefully lift it out of the pans and let it cool upright for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices individually for up to 3 months. Thaw to enjoy.

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