Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
2 eggs
2 medium ripe bananas , mashed
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
8 ounces canned crushed pineapple , drained
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
Coconut-Pineapple Banana Bread is a tropical twist on a classic banana bread recipe. This moist and flavorful bread features ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, walnuts and sweetened flaked coconut. The combination of these ingredients creates a delicious, slightly sweet bread that is great for an indulgent breakfast or a midday snack. The recipe is simple and easy to follow, making it a great choice for beginner bakers or anyone looking for a quick and easy recipe to whip up. Serve it warm, toasted, or plain for a delicious treat that everyone will love!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
2.Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, nutmeg and ginger in a medium bowl.
3.In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, oil, yogurt, eggs, banana and vanilla until well blended.
4.Fold in pineapple, walnuts and coconut.
5.Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
6.Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
7.Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

This recipe is a great way to use up ripe bananas and other pantry staples.

The bread is moist and flavorful, with a hint of tropical sweetness from the pineapple and coconut.

CONS

This recipe calls for a fair amount of sugar, so it may not be suitable for those watching their sugar intake.

It also contains nuts, which may not be suitable for people with allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this bread is not necessarily low in calories or sugar, it does have some nutritional benefits.
Bananas are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.
Walnuts are high in heart-healthy unsaturated fats and are also a good source of protein and fiber.
Coconut contains medium-chain triglycerides, which are quickly metabolized by the body and can provide a quick source of energy.

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